US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel

Min 8 yrs required

Full-time

No

# US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel

Mayer Brown LLP is seeking a US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel to join their Benefits department in their Chicago or Washington . office. The US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel will work with the . Benefits and Well-Being team and Firm leadership to design, implement, administer and conduct legal review of all Health and Welfare, Cash Balance Plan, 401(k) Plan, Partner Unfunded Plan, Health and Disability plans, Leave of Absence plans, along with associated legal regulations.

## Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

* . degree from an accredited law school in .
* Admission as a current member in good standing of a State Bar where the position is to be located
* Minimum of 8 years of experience as attorney with retirement and welfare benefit plans
* Thorough understanding of tax and ERISA requirements applicable to such plans, and familiarity with federal regulatory agencies
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm
* Ability to work in a diverse team environment
* Ability to meet deadlines with shifting priorities
* Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
* Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment
* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
* Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
* Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
* Creative problem-solving ability with a focus on achieving business-friendly solutions while managing risk
* Solid commercial judgment, including the ability to anticipate, analyze, and make recommendations
* Willingness to take ownership and responsibility for making legal decisions
* Able to proactively identify and escalate potential legal and business risks to colleagues in the organization and craft effective solutions

## Responsibilities

The US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel will be responsible for:

* Advising, as applicable, on Internal Revenue Code qualification requirements and requirements of ERISA, Affordable Care Act, COBRA and HIPAA, and other applicable law, with respect to Cash Balance plans, 401(k) plans, Partner Unfunded Plan and all Health and Welfare Plans
* Drafting and Reviewing Summary Plan Descriptions
* Drafting and Reviewing Administrative Services Agreements
* Reviewing Plan communications to participants, legal posting notices, as required from . Benefits team
* Drafting Plan amendments and related resolutions as needed
* Advising on tax issues related to all types of Retirement and Health and Welfare plans
* Working with the Firm’s Investment Committee and Administrative Investment Committee, along with Recordkeeper, Actuaries and Auditors
* Working with the Firm’s Health and Welfare Committee
* Updating Firm leadership and HR on developments in the law related to all types of retirement and health welfare plans, including those that pose possible compliance issues, as well as those that present opportunities for improved design, tax effects, etc.
* Partnering with . Benefits, and other Firm Erisa attorneys on the development of significant design changes

## Benefits

Mayer Brown LLP offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401 (k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

## Salary Information

The salary for the US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel position is commensurate with experience.

Medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401 (k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO)

Legal Writing, Legal Research, Employee Benefits, Microsoft Office Products

J.D. degree from an accredited law school in U.S., required; Admission as a current member in good standing of a State Bar where the position is to be located, required

Visit to apply

Qualification and Experience J.D. degree from an accredited law school in U.S., required; Admission as a current member in good standing of a State Bar where the position is to be located, required

Legal