Our client, an AmLaw 200 law firm, is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Attorney with 8+ years of practice experience to join its practice across multiple offices. The attorney will advise employee benefit plan sponsors, employers, and executives on sophisticated ERISA compliance, 401(k) plans, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), executive compensation, and employee benefits matters arising in mergers and acquisitions. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney with significant technical expertise, strong academic credentials, and a collaborative approach to client service.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Counsel employee benefit plan sponsors regarding ERISA and IRS requirements for 401(k) plans and ESOPs; advise on plan compliance, regulatory requirements, and complex employee benefits matters
• Advise on employee benefits issues in corporate mergers and acquisitions; review M&A agreements for ERISA-related considerations and provide benefits-related transactional guidance
• Negotiate and draft executive employment agreements and incentive compensation plans on behalf of employers and executives; provide counsel on executive compensation arrangements and ESOP-related matters

REQUIREMENTS:

• 8+ years exp. practicing employee benefits law, including significant experience with ERISA compliance, 401(k) plans, and ESOPs
• Demonstrated expertise in employee benefits issues arising in M&A transactions, including reviewing merger and acquisition agreements for ERISA considerations
• Experience negotiating and drafting executive employment agreements and incentive compensation plans for employers and executives
• Exceptional work ethic, attention to detail, initiative, and motivation; ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• JD from a nationally recognized and accredited law school with excellent academic credentials
• Must be bar licensed or prepared to become licensed in the jurisdiction of the hiring office

TO APPLY: Please submit in PDF format a resume, transcript, and cover letter. A corporate transactional deal sheet is also strongly encouraged, or several representative transactional matters/deals should be included in your resume.