Employee Benefits Compliance Associate Attorney

Description

• Provide counsel on employee welfare benefit plans, including compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and other applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with corporate, tax, and employment teams on benefits issues related to mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Assist with executive compensation and nonqualified deferred compensation arrangements, including compliance with Internal Revenue Code Sections 409A, 457, and 280G.
• Draft and review plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and related compliance materials.
• Advise employers and plan sponsors on the design, implementation, and compliance of qualified and nonqualified retirement plans (including 401(k), pension, and ESOP plans).
• Support clients through IRS and DOL audits, correction programs, and filings.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong client service orientation.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Pennsylvania (or ability to waive in).
• Strong understanding of ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and related federal regulations.
• 3-7 years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation law, preferably within a law firm or consulting environment.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Hybrid schedule (approximately 2-3 days per week onsite in the Philadelphia office).
• Collaborative, supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth and client interaction.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance