Employee Benefits Partner

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Job Title:

Employee Benefits Partner

Job Overview:

A distinguished law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a seasoned attorney with deep expertise in employee benefits and executive compensation law. This leadership opportunity is ideal for a legal professional experienced in ERISA, retirement and welfare plan design, transactional support, and strategic client advising. The ideal candidate will demonstrate business development capabilities and possess a partial book of portable business related to employee benefits matters.

Duties:

• Advise clients on the structure, implementation, and maintenance of retirement, welfare, and executive compensation plans.

• Draft, review, and update plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and service agreements.

• Provide legal guidance on ERISA and Internal Revenue Code compliance requirements.

• Support M&A transactions, including conducting due diligence and drafting benefits-related provisions in purchase agreements.

• Address executive compensation matters such as 409A, 280G, stock options, equity grants, and associated disclosure and securities compliance issues.

• Review and negotiate administrative service agreements related to benefit plans.

• Collaborate across practice areas to provide comprehensive legal strategies.

• Cultivate and expand client relationships to grow the employee benefits practice.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of focused experience in employee benefits law.

• Demonstrated expertise in ERISA, executive compensation, and compliance with federal benefit regulations.

• Experience supporting M&A transactions with benefits due diligence and integration support.

• Capacity to independently manage complex matters and lead client engagements.

• Business development acumen and client management skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (or ability to obtain admission promptly if currently out-of-state).

Skills:

• Advanced legal drafting and negotiation skills.

• Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail.

• Effective communicator with the ability to explain complex benefit issues in plain terms.

• Team-oriented with leadership ability and a collaborative mindset.

• Proficiency in handling transactional documentation and compliance disclosures.

Job Location:

New York City, NY

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and long-term disability insurance

• Flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Defined benefit pension plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday schedule

• Opportunities for leadership and practice development

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306