Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney for their Austin, TX office. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice, with 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.

Job Overview: The Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing legal support and counsel in the areas of benefits and compensation, with a focus on qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements. The candidate must be detail-oriented and possess excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and support in benefits and compensation matters
• Draft and review legal documents related to qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements
• Assist in supporting benefits and compensation in M&A transactions
• Handle ERISA litigation matters, if required
• Conduct legal research and analysis on benefits and compensation issues
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients on benefits and compensation projects
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and situations

Requirements:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice
• Excellent academic credentials
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups
• Ability to manage confidential information with tact and discretion
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions
• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Education and Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion
• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm
• 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

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 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.