Employee Benefits Attorney

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life insurance and Disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contributions

PTO and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Reid and Riege, P.C., a prominent law firm in Connecticut, is seeking an experienced employee benefits attorney to join its established practice. The firm is recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work by the Hartford Business Journal, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development.

This position offers a flexible work-from-home policy and an excellent opportunity for long-term growth. Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school and have active bar admission, with a preference for Connecticut admission.

Qualifications

• Experience with IRC Section 409A and governmental benefit plans is a plus.
• Active bar admission in any US jurisdiction required; CT admission preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain compliance for various employee benefit plans.
• Counsel plan sponsors on compliance requirements.
• Conduct research on laws related to employee benefits.

Skills

Designing and drafting employee benefit plans

Compliance with ERISA and IRC

Counseling on fiduciary best practices

Research and analysis of benefit laws

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

Reid and Riege, P.C., a mid-sized Connecticut law firm, seeks an experienced employee benefits attorney to join a well-established employee benefits practice, with a tremendous opportunity for long‑term growth. Recognized as a 2026 Best Places to Work by the Hartford Business Journal, our firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and dedication to delivering exceptional client service. Our firm has a flexible work-from-home policy. Relocation to Connecticut not required.

Type of Experience Sought

• Designing, drafting, and maintaining compliance for defined contribution plans, defined benefit plans, employee stock ownership plans, employee welfare plans, cafeteria plans and executive compensation plans.
• Counseling plan sponsors, fiduciaries and other plan professionals on compliance requirements and fiduciary best practices, including plan governance and administration.
• Conducting research and analysis on all applicable laws related to employee benefit plans, including ERISA, IRC, Affordable Care Act, COBRA, and HIPAA.
• Experience with IRC Section 409A, governmental benefit plans, 401(k) plans, and/or benefits related issues in corporate transactions is a plus.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in any US jurisdiction is required; CT admission preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life insurance, Disability insurance and EAP coverage.
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, Bereavement and Parental Leave.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions (Traditional and Roth options available).
• Competitive compensation commensurate with level of experience.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Reid and Riege P.C. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.