Corporate Counsel

Corporate Counsel

ARC Group is seeking an experienced In-House Corporate Counsel to support a leading retirement and financial services organization. This attorney will serve as a key legal partner supporting a large-scale retirement platform with a primary focus on ERISA and employee benefits compliance, along with responsibilities spanning corporate contracts, securities regulations, investment-related matters, and general corporate legal support.

This position offers the opportunity to join a collaborative in-house legal team supporting approximately 350,000 members and more than $1 billion in assets while partnering closely with senior leadership to provide practical, business-focused legal guidance.

This role can be performed remotely within the United States, with preference given to candidates who can support Eastern Time business hours. Candidates located near Boca Raton, FL may have the option for occasional in-office collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

ERISA & Employee Benefits Compliance (Primary Focus)

• Serve as the primary legal resource for ERISA-related matters, including fiduciary responsibilities, plan governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide legal guidance regarding the administration and operation of 401(k) and retirement plan platforms.
• Monitor regulatory developments and support responses to Department of Labor (DOL) and IRS inquiries, audits, and compliance matters.
• Advise internal stakeholders on employee benefits regulations and retirement plan requirements.

Corporate & Commercial Contract Support

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage corporate agreements, vendor contracts, and business documentation.
• Provide legal guidance on commercial transactions, operational initiatives, and business agreements.
• Partner with internal teams to identify risks and develop practical legal solutions.

Securities & Regulatory Compliance

• Support SEC filings, disclosures, and ongoing securities compliance obligations.
• Assist with interpreting and applying federal securities regulations.
• Provide legal support related to investment activities and regulatory requirements.

Investment, Labor & Employment Compliance

• Advise on legal matters related to investment activities and financial services operations.
• Support compliance initiatives involving DOL, IRS, and other regulatory agencies.
• Assist with labor and employment-related legal matters as needed.

General Corporate Legal Support

• Provide counsel on incentive compensation programs, bonus structures, and related agreements.
• Respond to demand letters, legal inquiries, and other corporate matters.
• Support additional legal initiatives and strategic business needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
• 5+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Experience supporting corporate law, commercial contracts, ERISA/employee benefits, or related legal functions.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, SEC, DOL, and IRS regulatory requirements.
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• Prior in-house counsel experience.
• Experience supporting retirement plans, 401(k) platforms, benefits administration, or financial services organizations.
• Background in securities compliance, investment regulation, or labor/employment law.
• Strong business judgment with the ability to balance legal risk and organizational goals.