Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

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Madison, WI

Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-7 yrs required

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A law firm is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney for their office in Madison, WI. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice, including expertise in qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements. Supporting benefits and compensation in M&A, ERISA litigation, and withdrawal liability experience is a plus. The candidate must be detail-oriented and possess excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.Job Overview:Position: Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate AttorneyLocation: Madison, WIType: Full-timeDuties:Provide legal support and counsel on a range of benefits and compensation matters.Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various benefit plan documents, agreements, and disclosures.Conduct legal research and analysis on complex benefits and compensation issues.Assist in benefits-related aspects of mergers and acquisitions, ERISA litigation, and withdrawal liability matters.Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to provide comprehensive legal advice and solutions.Requirements:. from an ABA-accredited law school.2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice.Experience with qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements.Excellent academic credentials.Ability to learn and adapt to evolving legal standards and firm needs.Strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Effective teamwork and relationship-building skills at all levels.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion.Confidence in issue identification, decision-making, and problem-solving.Agility to respond to unexpected challenges with innovative solutions while maintaining professionalism.Education and Certifications:. from an ABA-accredited law school.Skills:Excellent writing, oral advocacy, and legal analysis skills.Strong attention to detail.Ability to work independently and within a team.Proficiency in managing confidential information.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to make decisions and initiate actions/solutions.Composure and good judgment under pressure.Benefits Offered:Medical; Dental; Vision Care.Health Savings Accounts; Flexible Spending Accounts.Wellness Program; Employee and Family Assistance Program.Competitive Base Pay; Outstanding Benefits.Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays.Performance Recognition.ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.401(k) with Company Contribution.Short-Term Disability Plan; Long-Term Disability Plan.Life Insurance; Critical Illness Insurance.Parental/Family Leave.Respected Organization with a Collaborative Culture.Growing Firm with an Exciting Future.Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remotely up to days per week).Contemporary Work Environment.Positive and Respectful Work Climate.