Employee Benefits Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Riverside (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in employee benefits law, particularly on qualified retirement plans. This fully remote role involves high-impact legal matters and offers leadership opportunities within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong legal research and drafting skills, alongside a deep understanding of compliance regulations.

Benefits

Supportive environment for long-term growth

Opportunity for practice ownership transition

Strong firm culture emphasizing collaboration

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in employee benefits law emphasizing qualified retirement plans.
• In-depth understanding of IRS regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Must be a member of the California State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on qualified retirement plans compliance and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Draft and revise plan documents and agreements.
• Support clients in IRS compliance programs and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Legal Research

Client Counseling

Document Drafting

Verbal Communication

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking anAssociate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience in employee benefits law, with a particular focus on qualified retirement plans. This fully remote position offers an exciting opportunity for an attorney to work on high-impact matters involving non-ERISA public retirement plans, governmental plans, and church plans. The ideal candidate will be poised to assume leadership within the practice and manage significant client relationships in a collaborative, team-oriented legal environment.

Location

Riverside, CA

Duties

Advise clients on design and compliance of qualified retirement plans, including tax and fiduciary responsibilities

Provide counsel on governmental and church plan structures and compliance, including CalPERS and PEPRA (Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013)

Draft and revise plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and investment management agreements

Review and negotiate service provider contracts

Guide plan sponsors and fiduciaries on governance structures and best practices

Support clients through IRS voluntary compliance programs

Work collaboratively with legal team members on public retirement plan strategies

Maintain and grow long-term client relationships

Participate in business development efforts and supervise junior attorneys or support staff as needed

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in employee benefits law, with an emphasis on qualified retirement plans

In-depth understanding of the Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, and related regulatory frameworks

Experience working with public sector clients, governmental plans, or church plans preferred

Ability to independently manage client relationships and supervise others

Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in long-term practice development

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

Must be admitted and in good standing with the California State Bar

Skills

Strong legal research, writing, and document drafting abilities

Exceptional verbal communication and client counseling skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage complex compliance issues

Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-driven setting

Proven ability to lead client engagements and contribute to practice growth

Opportunity for leadership within a highly respected practice area

Strong firm culture emphasizing inclusivity, collaboration, and professional development

Supportive environment for long-term growth and practice ownership transition

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