Senior Employee Benefits / ERISA Attorney – Nationally Ranked L&E Platform | New York, NY- 395958

Job ID: 395958

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

Senior Employee Benefits / ERISA Attorney – Nationally Ranked L&E Platform | New York, NY

A top-ranked national labor and employment firm seeks an Employee Benefits / ERISA Attorney (4 years) in New York. Advise on retirement, health & welfare, and executive compensation matters in a sophisticated practice serving major employers nationwide.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.

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Opportunity Overview

A prestigious, nationally recognized labor and employment powerhouse is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits / ERISA Attorney to join its New York office. With a deep bench of benefits professionals and a reputation for handling sophisticated client matters, this firm offers a world-class platform for attorneys who want to build or expand a high-level ERISA practice.

This role stands out for its exposure to complex employee benefits work, direct client interaction, and the support of one of the strongest L&E infrastructures in the country. Attorneys benefit from the firm’s nationally ranked capabilities and collaborative, professional culture.

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Key Responsibilities

• Advise employers on health and welfare plans, retirement plans, and executive compensation matters.

• Stay current on regulatory and legislative developments under ERISA and the Internal Revenue Code.

• Work independently and also collaborate across departments to deliver strategic legal solutions.

• Communicate complex benefits and compensation issues to clients in clear, actionable terms.

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Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited institution.

• 4 years of experience in employee benefits or ERISA law.

• Strong analytical, research, and drafting capabilities.

• Proven ability to handle matters independently with excellent judgment.

• Strong verbal communication and client advisory skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

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Education & Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

• Bar admission in a relevant jurisdiction.

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Skills & Competencies

• Strong client service mindset with the ability to manage evolving responsibilities.

• Ability to juggle multiple matters efficiently while maintaining high-quality work product.

• Commitment to professional development and sustained client relationship building.

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Culture & Firm Appeal

This firm is recognized as a Vault Top 10 Labor & Employment practice, known nationwide for its sophisticated employer-side work. With more than 50 offices across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, the firm provides attorneys with:

• Access to sophisticated employee benefits and compensation matters.

• A collaborative national platform with highly respected ERISA practitioners.

• Exceptional training, resources, and opportunities for professional growth.

The environment blends top-tier sophistication with a supportive culture designed to help attorneys thrive.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Rare opportunity to join a leading national ERISA practice with high-level employer-side work.

• Strong potential for long-term growth and expanded responsibility.

• Exposure to complex executive compensation and retirement plan matters at scale.

• Ideal for attorneys seeking to deepen their ERISA expertise within a major national platform.

This opportunity is actively interviewing and positions at this level within top-tier ERISA teams are limited.

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Calls to Action

• Apply now for a confidential discussion with a BCG Attorney Search recruiter.

• Submit your resume today to explore this elite ERISA opportunity.

• Take the next step in your employee benefits career with this prestigious role.

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