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Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney Qualified Plans

$50k - $390k

Aligned Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Job Description

Chicago | Hybrid

Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney – Qualified Plans AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation

$390,000+

A leading international law firm is seeking a Compensation & Benefits Associate Attorney – Qualified Plans to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising employers, plan sponsors, and corporate clients on sophisticated employee benefits, executive compensation, and ERISA matters, with a particular focus on qualified retirement and health and welfare plans.

Ideal Background

6+ years of employee benefits, executive compensation, ERISA, or related tax experience

• Experience advising clients on tax-qualified retirement plans and health and welfare plans , including plan design, administration, and ongoing compliance matters

• Experience with ERISA compliance, regulatory matters, and employee benefits counseling

• Experience advising on employee benefits issues arising in mergers & acquisitions and other corporate transactions

• Experience drafting plan documents, participant disclosures, amendments, and related employee benefits documentation

• Experience with compliance testing, IRS and Department of Labor filings, audits, and correction programs

• Experience with ESOP transactions and ERISA plan asset rules is a plus

• Strong drafting, analytical, written, oral communication, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Sophisticated employee benefits and ERISA platform

Significant exposure to complex qualified plan and regulatory matters

Opportunity to support high-profile M&A transactions

Significant client interaction and responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

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Vacancy posted 12 days ago
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