US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel

Min 8 yrs required

Part-time

No

US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel (Part Time) - Law Firm

Overview:
Mayer Brown is seeking a Part Time US In-House Employee Benefits Counsel to join our Benefits department in our Chicago, Washington . or New York office. As an international law firm, Mayer Brown represents major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in complex transactions and disputes. We value diversity and collaboration, and offer opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities:
- Advise on Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, Affordable Care Act, COBRA, HIPAA, and other legal regulations related to retirement and health welfare plans
- Draft and review plan documents, agreements, and communications
- Work with investment committees, recordkeepers, actuaries, and auditors
- Keep Firm leadership and HR updated on legal developments and opportunities for plan improvement
- Collaborate with . Benefits team and other Firm attorneys on design changes
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
- . degree from an accredited law school and admission to a State Bar, required
- Minimum 8 years of experience as an attorney with retirement and welfare benefit plans, required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a diverse team environment and meet deadlines
- Self-starter with high level of initiative
- Strong customer service skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Commercial judgment and willingness to make legal decisions
- Ability to proactively identify and escalate potential legal and business risks

Physical Requirements:
- May require travel to other offices as needed

Salary Information:
- The typical pay scale for this position in New York is between $150,000 and $180,000, although the actual salary may vary depending on the candidate's education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment.

Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401 (k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, and generous paid time off (PTO)
- Opportunities for professional development and growth

Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Back-up Childcare and Eldercare, Paid Time Off, Professional Development Opportunities

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Legal Writing, Legal Research, Drafting, Communication, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Customer Service, Strategic Thinking, Risk Management, Business Judgment, Decision-Making, Teamwork, Microsoft Office

J.D. degree from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should submit their application through the firm's website or by emailing the designated contact person.

Qualification and Experience J.D. degree from an accredited law school, Admission to State Bar, Minimum of 8 years experience as an attorney in employee benefits and retirement plans, Familiarity with tax and ERISA requirements, Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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