Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney for their office in Madison, WI. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice, including expertise in qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements. Supporting benefits and compensation in M&A, ERISA litigation, and withdrawal liability experience is a plus. The candidate must be detail-oriented and possess excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.

Job Overview:

• Position: Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney
• Location: Madison, WI
• Type: Full-time

Duties:

• Provide legal support and counsel on a range of benefits and compensation matters.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various benefit plan documents, agreements, and disclosures.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex benefits and compensation issues.
• Assist in benefits-related aspects of mergers and acquisitions, ERISA litigation, and withdrawal liability matters.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to provide comprehensive legal advice and solutions.

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.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to learn and adapt to evolving legal standards and firm needs.
• Strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective teamwork and relationship-building skills at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential information and sensitive situations with discretion.
• Confidence in issue identification, decision-making, and problem-solving.
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges with innovative solutions while maintaining professionalism.

Education and Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent writing, oral advocacy, and legal analysis skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficiency in managing confidential information.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions and initiate actions/solutions.
• Composure and good judgment under pressure.

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.