Employee Benefits Attorney
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C. helps employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies, and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable. The firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, by U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms.” This position can be located in our NYC, Baltimore, Houston, Florida, or California offices.
About the role
The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in employee benefits, including familiarity with benefits issues under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and the Internal Revenue Code.
Responsibilities
- Experience with health and welfare plans, qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, wellness programs, COBRA, deferred compensation, and executive compensation preferred
- Commitment to staying current on legislative and regulatory actions in a rapidly changing area
- Work individually and as part of a team
- Attention to client service, responsiveness, and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
Requirements
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- 4+ years of Employee Benefits experience
- Excellent analytic, writing, and verbal skills
- Demonstrated ability to independently produce quality work product
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organizational and matter management skills
- Ability to work on a collaborative team
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong commitment to continued client development activity
Pay
- New York City: $216,500 - $279,000
- Maryland: $216,500 - $279,000
- California: $230,000 - $293,000
This position is eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
- Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Employee assistance program and other firm benefits