ERISA Attorney- Houston, TX (hybrid) OR Fully Remote!

Available Position: ERISA Attorney

Job Location: Hybrid (Houston, TX) or fully remote (U.S. based)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Education: Juris Doctorate

Years of ERISA Experience: 5+ Years

ABOUT THE COMPANY

ERISAfire LLC is an employee benefits compliance services company that specializes in health and welfare benefits compliance. ERISAfire helps employers and insurance agencies manage compliance risk with proactive compliance reviews, comprehensive plan documents, annual government filings (including Form 5500, Form M-1, PCORI/Form 720, and ACA Reporting Forms 1094/1095), welfare benefits compliance consulting, and software solutions.

ERISAfire software solutions include a self-service plan document tool, Wrap+, and ERISAfire Projects. ERISAfire Projects gives employers and their account teams at-a-glance insight into upcoming compliance obligations and facilitates collaboration on compliance projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION

An ERISAfire attorney is affable and knowledgeable, offering practical (not just theoretical) legal advice. He or she will be advising clients on employee benefits regulatory compliance, focusing primarily on retainer clients.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of legal experience in health and welfare benefits compliance—i.e., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, the Internal Revenue Code, and other laws pertaining to employee benefits. He or she must have excellent research and writing skills; be able to communicate findings and recommendations effectively (clearly, concisely and technically correct) both in writing and verbally; and the ability to manage multiple client deadlines simultaneously.

This position carries a billable hour requirement of 1,200 hours annually. Well below large firm standards, reflecting our commitment to sustainable, high-quality legal work and a healthy work-life balance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stay apprised of legal and regulatory updates affecting health and welfare benefit plans including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and the Internal Revenue Code

• Advise employer and insurance agency clients on health and welfare benefits compliance questions

• Welfare benefits compliance audits

• Insurance and other benefits-related contract audits

• Controlled group and affiliated service group determination

• Maintain and update plan document templates

• Plan document and Form 5500 quality review, issue related legal opinions

• ACA penalty defense

• Non-discrimination testing

• HIPAA compliance training

• Other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• 100% employer-paid group life insurance

• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Paid vacation/sick leave

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process should notify us at the time of application.

ADDITIONAL NOTICES

At-Will Employment

This position is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job posting constitutes a contract of employment, express or implied.

Background & Verification

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and reference verification. Offers of employment may be rescinded if background check results are unsatisfactory, as permitted by applicable law.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as business needs require.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience.