Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

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A law firm is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney for their Raleigh, NC office.

Job Overview:

The Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney will support various aspects of benefits and compensation law, including qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice and strong communication, legal analysis, and advocacy skills.

Duties:

• Provide legal support and counsel on benefits and compensation matters.
• Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements related to benefits and compensation.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex benefits and compensation issues.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on client matters, including M&A transactions and ERISA litigation.
• Support the firm's clients in navigating issues related to withdrawal liability.

Requirements:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice.
• Experience with qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements.
• Experience supporting benefits and compensation in M&A transactions and ERISA litigation is a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Detail-oriented with strong writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.

Education & Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.
• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions.
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical; Dental; Vision Care.
• Health Savings Accounts; Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Program; Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Competitive Base Pay; Outstanding Benefits.
• Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays.
• Performance Recognition; ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.
• 401(k) with Company Contribution.
• Short-Term Disability Plan; Long-Term Disability Plan.
• Life Insurance; Critical Illness Insurance.
• Parental/Family Leave.
• Respected Organization with a Collaborative Culture.
• Growing Firm with an Exciting Future.
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remotely up to 2.5 days per week).
• Contemporary Work Environment; Positive and Respectful Work Climate.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306