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Senior Attorney: Compensation and Benefits

Top Ranked by BCG

Type Full-Time

Location Illinois - Chicago

Job ID 1L94421954

Experience Level Senior Associate

Job Experience Min. 6 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas ERISA/Executive Compensation Transactions & ComplianceERISA - General

2026-06-11 06:22:55
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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Senior Attorney specializing in Compensation and Benefits to join their team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in advising on tax-qualified retirement plans and health and welfare plans, including ERISA compliance and related regulatory matters.


Duties
  • Advise on plan design, administration, and compliance with ERISA.
  • Counsel on benefit plan issues in mergers and acquisitions.
  • Draft plan documents and disclosures.
  • Conduct compliance testing and manage IRS and Department of Labor filings.
  • Handle audits and correction matters.

Requirements
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant legal experience.
  • Experience with ESOP transactions and ERISA plan asset rules is a plus.
  • Excellent academic credentials.
  • Superior writing, oral communication, and analytical skills.

Education
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications
  • Bar admission in the state of Illinois.

Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
  • Long-term care and backup care benefits.
  • Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
  • Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
  • 10 paid holidays annually.

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

06-11-2026

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