Employee Benefits Attorney

About the role

This position can be located in our NYC, Baltimore, Houston, Florida, or California offices. 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

Skills

• 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

For New York City, the expected salary range for this position is between $216,500 - $279,000. For Maryland, the expected salary range is between $216,500 and $279,000. For California, the expected salary range is between $230,000 - $293,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

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