Senior Analyst, Retirement

Paul Hastings•San Diego, CA

4d•$91,200 - $147,250

About The Position

Paul Hastings is seeking a Senior Analyst, Retirement to execute analysis, research, evaluation, and administrative functions for U.S. and international retirement programs. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Benefits Manager, the role also provides backup support for the Firm’s benefit and leave programs. The position administers retirement plans, supports compliance and financial reporting, advises participants and management, coordinates with vendors and other stakeholders, and assists with retirement-related systems and department projects. The role may require work beyond scheduled hours, especially at year-end, and travel as required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of defined contribution, defined benefit, and nonqualified plan administration experience.
At least 5 years of human resources, talent management, or accounting experience; benefits administration experience is preferred.
Advanced knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, including 401(k), 415, ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, and ACA.
Advanced knowledge of customer-service principles.
Fundamental to advanced knowledge of health and welfare benefit principles.
Fundamental to advanced knowledge of human resources laws and practices.
Fundamental knowledge of general payroll concepts and systems, such as ADP eTime.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Fundamental to advanced proficiency in human resource management systems, such as Workday and PeopleSoft.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of experience in a professional services or legal environment.

Responsibilities

Administer and operate retirement plans day to day, including contribution and funding reconciliation, distributions, QDRO processing, benefit-file coordination and maintenance, and plan-design changes.
Monitor plan compliance with applicable laws and regulations in coordination with providers and internal and external legal counsel; manage annual audits, Form 5500 processes, and compliance testing; review and implement changes resulting from legislation.
Manage relationships among the Firm, plan participants, consultants, trustees, and vendors; coordinate participant payments with vendors and trustees as part of retirement or termination processes.
Provide financial metrics and cost analysis for retirement plans; collect, verify, and provide data to actuaries for benefit calculations, funding requirements, valuations, and internal audits; collaborate with accounting and financial reporting on measurement and reporting of plan assets, liabilities, and funding levels.
Prepare or supervise educational communications about retirement plans and eligibility, retiree medical plans, and Executive retirement plans; prepare materials for the Investment/Retirement Committee; interpret and explain policies, procedures, and relevant laws to current, terminated, and retired participants.
Advise employees, participants, retirees, and management, in person and in writing, and respond to questions about retirement programs and policies.
Maintain and update the retirement section of the Firm’s intranet and extranet to ensure its information is accurate and current.
Back up Benefits and Leave Analysts and assist with department needs such as Open Enrollment; consult with employees about benefits issues, needs, and services, and explain program provisions, procedures, and eligibility requirements.
Assist with implementation and testing of retirement-related systems.
Work beyond scheduled hours as required, especially at year-end.
Travel as required.
Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, long-term care, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account.
Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy.
Lifestyle Spending Account.
Voluntary 401(k) Plan and profit sharing.
10 paid holidays per year and a generous PTO program.
Family support including paid parental leave, fertility benefits, breast milk shipping, backup childcare, elder care, and tutoring.
Wellbeing programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, relationship support, mental health resources, menopause and midlife health support, and wellbeing events.
Retirement Plan Consulting.
Anniversary Bonus Program.
Professional Development Programs.
Transportation and commuter benefits.
International travel insurance.
Critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
Auto, home, and pet insurance.
Prepaid legal insurance.
Employee discounts.
Opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.