Midlevel Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel associate to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in employee benefits, with expertise in health and welfare plans, tax-qualified plans, executive compensation, and transactional matters.

Duties

• Advise clients on employee benefits and executive compensation matters.
• Collaborate with team members on complex transactional matters.
• Provide high-quality client service and maintain strong client relationships.
• Engage in active mentoring and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in employee benefits.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in health and welfare plans, tax-qualified plans, and executive compensation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage with Health Savings Account.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Parental Leave and Lactation Support Services.
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities.
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program.

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.