Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Direct Counsel is seeking an Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Associate Attorney to join a prestigious global law firm's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice in Pittsburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior associate with 1–3 years of ERISA and employee benefits experience who is looking to build a sophisticated practice advising clients on employee benefits, executive compensation, and ERISA compliance matters.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team representing employers across a broad range of employee benefits issues, including health and welfare plans, qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, and transactional matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide variety of ERISA and employee benefits matters.
• Draft and revise health and welfare plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and related employee benefits materials.
• Counsel clients regarding compliance with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and other applicable employee benefits laws.
• Assist with qualified retirement plans and executive compensation arrangements.
• Support employee benefits aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and other business reorganizations.
• Manage ongoing client relationships and provide practical legal guidance on day-to-day employee benefits issues.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, client communications, and other written work product.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to support complex client matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active Pennsylvania bar admission and good standing.
• 1–3 years of experience practicing in ERISA and employee benefits law.
• Experience advising on health and welfare plans, tax-qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, and transactional employee benefits matters.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to outstanding client service and professional excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced employee benefits attorneys on sophisticated matters for a diverse client base.
• Collaborative environment with excellent mentorship, professional development, and long-term career advancement opportunities.