Employee Benefits Associate Attorney (3+ Years) – New York City, NY- 404811

Job ID: 404811

Practice area:- ERISA - General,ERISA/Executive Compensation Transactions & Compliance

Employee Benefits Associate Attorney (3 Years) – Premier ERISA & Benefits Practice | New York City, NY

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A nationally recognized Am Law firm is seeking an Employee Benefits Associate Attorney with 3 years of experience to join its sophisticated Employee Benefits and ERISA practice in New York City. This opportunity offers complex employee benefits counseling, ERISA compliance work, and direct client exposure within a collaborative national practice.

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A highly respected national law firm is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join its growing Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice. This role offers the opportunity to advise employers, plan sponsors, and businesses on sophisticated employee benefits matters involving ERISA, health and welfare plans, executive compensation, HIPAA compliance, COBRA requirements, and Affordable Care Act regulations.

Attorneys in this practice collaborate with experienced benefits lawyers while advising clients on regulatory compliance, employee benefit plan administration, vendor agreements, and evolving healthcare regulations. Associates receive meaningful client interaction, sophisticated legal work, and exceptional opportunities for professional growth within a nationally recognized practice.

This position is ideal for attorneys seeking to build a long-term career advising employers on complex employee benefits and regulatory compliance matters.

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Duties

• Advise employers and plan sponsors regarding compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act, and other employee benefits regulations.

• Counsel clients on health and welfare benefit plans and related compliance requirements.

• Review, draft, and negotiate third-party administrator agreements and vendor contracts.

• Provide legal guidance regarding HIPAA privacy, security, and compliance issues.

• Assist clients with employee benefits strategy, plan administration, and regulatory developments.

• Conduct legal research involving federal employee benefits and healthcare regulations.

• Analyze legislative and regulatory changes affecting employee benefit plans.

• Draft legal memoranda, compliance guidance, and client advisory materials.

• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups to provide comprehensive client solutions.

• Build long-term relationships with clients by delivering practical, business-oriented legal advice.

• Manage multiple sophisticated employee benefits matters while maintaining exceptional client service.

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Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience involving health and welfare plans and employee benefits law.

• Strong knowledge of ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, and Affordable Care Act compliance.

• Superior analytical, legal research, writing, and communication skills.

• Strong academic credentials.

• Active bar admission in a jurisdiction where the firm maintains an office.

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously.

• Strong attention to detail and client-focused mindset.

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Education

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

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Certifications

• Active bar admission in a jurisdiction where the firm maintains an office.

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Skills

• Employee benefits and ERISA compliance expertise.

• Health and welfare plan counseling.

• HIPAA privacy and healthcare compliance knowledge.

• Contract drafting and agreement review.

• Strong legal research and analytical abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Client counseling and relationship management.

• Organization and project management expertise.

• Ability to provide practical business-focused legal advice.

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Why Join This Opportunity?

This nationally recognized Employee Benefits practice advises employers and organizations on sophisticated employee benefits, executive compensation, and healthcare compliance matters. Attorneys work closely with experienced practitioners on complex regulatory issues while serving clients across diverse industries in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence.

The firm is widely respected for its commitment to associate development, meaningful client responsibility, and inclusive workplace culture. Attorneys benefit from sophisticated legal work, mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a collegial atmosphere that encourages long-term career growth.

Employee benefits opportunities combining sophisticated ERISA work, nationally recognized practice strength, outstanding professional development, and significant advancement potential are highly competitive. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply while this opportunity remains available.

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Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.

• Significant opportunities for career advancement.

• Collegial and collaborative work environment.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Nationally recognized employee benefits practice.

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