Associate - Employee Benefits

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a team-oriented associate to join its Employee Benefits group in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in handling ERISA, employee benefit, and executive compensation matters.

Duties

• Design and draft defined contribution and benefit plans.
• Provide support for employee stock ownership and welfare plans.
• Assist with executive compensation programs.
• Offer merger and acquisition support.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Strong oral, research, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficient project management skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of Colorado preferred.

Skills

• Broad understanding of ERISA, tax, and related laws.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401K plan.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Bonus opportunities.

The firm employs one-hundred and ninety skillful attorneys and a qualified support staff. They represent clients throughout the United States. Law offices are based in Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada, Arizona and Missouri. The law firm was formed in 1863. Practice areas are comprehensive. Administrative law-litigation, corporate finance, employee benefits, healthcare, labor-employment and wealth transfer-tax planning are some of their practice disciplines. The firm endorses pro-bono work.