Employee Benefits Attorney

Job overview

The Employee Benefits Attorney role is an onsite position based in Buffalo, NY. The compensation for this role is $120,000 - $200,000 per year, supporting a full-service law firm with a national client base. This role exists to provide legal counsel on employee benefits matters, including pension, retirement plans, health benefits, and executive compensation. The attorney will ensure regulatory compliance, draft plan documents, and support corporate transactions.

What you'll do

• Provide legal advice and guidance on all aspects of employee benefits law, including health and welfare plans, retirement plans, executive compensation, and other employee benefit matters.
• Draft, review, and revise plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and other related documents.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations related to employee benefits.
• Represent clients in regulatory matters and interactions with the IRS and Department of Labor.
• Provide legal support for corporate transactions, including due diligence, integration, and compliance reviews.
• Stay updated on current trends, practices, and legislation in employee benefits law.
• Collaborate with other legal team members and stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive approach to client service.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contract

day shift

buffalo ny

legal

employee benefits

erisa

full-time

onsite

jobot

$120k-$200k/yr

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Generous PTO, mental health days, professional development, in-house CLEs, firm-paid bar dues, negotiable starting bonus, relocation stipend

Why this role

Part-time or full-time options, no book required, people-first culture, mental health days.

About the employer

Jobot is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.