Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney for their office in Broomfield, CO. Here's an overview and detailed job description:

Job Overview:

The Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney will provide legal support and counsel related to various benefits and compensation matters within the firm. The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills, along with the ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Must have 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice.
• Experience with qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements is required.
• Supporting benefits and compensation in M&A, ERISA litigation, and withdrawal liability experience is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and the Firm needs change.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm.
• 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, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment.

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, ERISA litigation, and withdrawal liability (preferred).
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Detail-oriented with strong writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Confidence in decision-making and problem-solving.

Education & Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Confidence in decision-making and problem-solving.

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.

Built on client focus, this firm has been nationally ranked in 15 practice areas by US News. This firm provides strategic, sophisticated, affordable counsel across the country and internationally. Attorneys at this firm focus on their clients' entire organization, not just on the legal matters. They work in collaborative, cross-practice teams which focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. Additionally, the attorneys at this firm have a deep understanding and experience in a number of industries subject to unique regulatory or rapidly changing market conditions.