Benefits and Compensation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Benefits and Compensation Associate with at least four years of experience to join its Minneapolis, MN office. This role involves working closely with employers on health and welfare plan matters, 401(k) and retirement plans, and other benefits.

Duties

• Collaborate with employers on health and welfare plan matters.
• Advise on 401(k) and retirement plans.
• Engage with clients' in-house attorneys and HR professionals.
• Work with various practice areas including corporate, labor, and employment.

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum of four years of benefits and compensation experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and client service skills.
• Bar admission in the state of hire or eligibility for admission.
• Top academic credentials.

Education

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of hire or eligibility for admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proven client service abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Flexible time off and paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance and education programs.
• Wellbeing programs and transportation benefits.
• Eligibility for discretionary and productivity bonuses.

This is an international law firm with offices all over the US as well as Latin America, Asia and Europe. This firm has made a name for itself in representing technology companies, and has particular expertise in intellectual property matters. It hires the best and brightest from top national and regional law schools, and requires a superior academic record. It clients range from emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 companies, from individuals to government and public entities, and from commercial enterprises to non-profit institutions. The firm maintains a collegial atmosphere, and everyone at the firm seems to get along with one another. Compensation is at the top level for the Twin Cities, and the billable requirement is reasonable. This firm is a great fit for someone interested in a firm that has an international reputation as being one of the premier law firms for lawyers interested in a technology practice, including finance, mergers & acquisitions, litigation and trial, and intellectual property matters.