Employment Attorney

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New York City, NY

Employment Attorney

Attorney

3-20 yrs required

No

Job Overview:
A respected law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney with a minimum of five years of focused experience in employee benefits and ERISA matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising clients on a range of benefits-related legal issues, including plan design and compliance, executive compensation, fiduciary risk, and regulatory investigations. This position is ideal for attorneys who thrive in a dynamic legal environment and possess strong technical knowledge in benefits law.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on qualified retirement plan design and compliance

• Provide counsel on executive compensation and nonqualified deferred compensation under Section 409A

• Counsel clients on health and welfare plan requirements, including Affordable Care Act compliance

• Draft and review benefit plan documents and related agreements

• Guide clients through fiduciary duties and risk management under ERISA

• Represent clients in ERISA claims and dispute resolution

• Manage governmental audits and investigations involving the Department of Labor (DOL), IRS, and other agencies

• Advise on benefits-related issues in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employee benefits and ERISA law

• Substantive experience with retirement plans, health and welfare benefits, and executive compensation

• Prior experience representing plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers

• Ability to manage multiple clients and complex benefit issues independently

• Strong understanding of applicable federal statutes and regulations

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with at least one . state bar

• Admission to the bar in the firm’s jurisdiction preferred or willingness to become admitted

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, ACA, and other applicable laws

• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills

• Strong client service orientation and problem-solving ability

• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings plans

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development and CLE support

• Hybrid or flexible work arrangements