Associate Attorney: Employment, Labor & Workforce Management (ERISA/Benefits)
About The Position
Epstein Becker Green is hiring an Associate Attorney for its Employment, Labor & Workforce Management (ERISA/Benefits) practice. The role involves employee benefits law and ERISA matters, including qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health and welfare plans, fringe benefits, and/or mergers and acquisitions or downsizing. Candidates with experience in some or a combination of these areas are encouraged to apply. The position calls for legal and practical problem-solving, oral presentation, client relations, communication, writing, and research skills. The firm describes a collaborative environment with mentorship and training, cross-office work, modern knowledge tools, and opportunities to expand skills and responsibilities. The salary range is $225,000–$345,000. Salary offers depend on factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certification, as well as firm factors. Successful candidates are eligible for a discretionary bonus and an employee benefits package.
Requirements
- At least four years of knowledge of or experience with employee benefits law and ERISA.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Excellent communication and writing skills, particularly the ability to distill complex matters into easy-to-understand, actionable advice.
- Substantial research experience.
- Strong legal and practical problem-solving skills, oral presentation skills, and client relations acumen.
Nice To Haves
- Prior employee benefits experience.
- Experience in one or more of qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health and welfare plans, fringe benefits, or mergers and acquisitions/downsizing.
Responsibilities
- Advise on employee benefits law and ERISA matters, including qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health and welfare plans, fringe benefits, and/or mergers and acquisitions or downsizing.
- Distill complex legal matters into clear, actionable advice.
- Conduct substantial legal research.
- Present and communicate legal advice effectively and support client relationships.
Benefits
- Employee benefits package
- Discretionary bonus eligibility
- Mentorship and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
