Compliance Attorney

Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS); Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Personal leave

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Gym reimbursement

FSAs

Public Service Student Loan Forgiving/

Job summary

Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) seeks a Compliance Attorney to join our Legal department, translating complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical business solutions. This role strengthens governance, manages enterprise compliance, and advises leadership on evolving rules across the organization.

As Compliance Attorney, you will work collaboratively to ensure MainePERS operates with accountability and stewardship while supporting our mission of delivering

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to public pension plans.
• 3–5 years’ experience in regulatory, tax or legal compliance.
• Licensed to practice in Maine or able to become licensed within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on evolving legal and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen organizational governance and enterprise compliance.
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure accountability and stewardship.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Governance

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) seeks a Compliance Attorney to join our Legal department. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys translating complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.

As Compliance Attorney, you will play a key role in strengthening organizational governance, managing enterprise compliance efforts, and advising leadership on evolving legal and regulatory requirements. Working collaboratively across the organization, you'll help ensure MainePERS operates with accountability and stewardship while supporting our mission of delivering retirement security to MainePERS’ members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after demonstrating proficiency in the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current membership in good standing with the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar and licensed to practice law in Maine, or the ability to become licensed within 6 months following hire.
• Three to five years’ experience in regulatory, tax or legal compliance
• Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to public pension plans

The anticipated starting salary is typically near the minimum of the pay range. Initial placement within the range will be determined based on the successful candidate's relevant education, experience, skills, and other job-related qualifications.

Benefits: We offer an outstanding benefit package including:

• Work-Life Balance - MainePERS provides 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, 4 days of personal leave, and 2+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service.
• Health Insurance Coverage - MainePERS pays for 65%-90% of health insurance based on the employee’s annual salary and person covered (dependent or employee)
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance - MainePERS pays 100% of dental insurance premiums for employees and their dependents
• Vision Insurance - Employee paid
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan - MainePERS contributes 17.25% of pay to pension on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Employees may receive a wellness reimbursement of up to $300 per calendar yearfor individual physical fitness activities, gym membership, stress management programs, etc.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - MainePERS is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Parental leave - Paid parental leave for childbearing and adoption is available to an employee for up to 42 calendar days to support new parents in bonding and caring for a new child. Additionally, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a 457(b) and 401(a) accounts through payroll deductions.