Employee Benefits ERISA Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

EAP & Wellness

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Bar dues & CLE

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Minneapolis, MN seeks an associate attorney with zero to one year of experience in Employee Benefits (ERISA) to join our office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with a genuine interest in employee benefits and executive compensation.

The role involves conducting thorough research on benefits matters, collaborating with multiple practice groups, and managing a demanding workload with a focus on client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Minnesota license or eligibility to be admitted to the Minnesota bar.
• Experience or knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and related rules is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research and analysis on employee benefits and executive compensation matters.
• Collaborate with various practice groups, including employment and corporate finance.
• Manage a challenging workload with a commitment to client service.

Job description

A law firm seeks an associate attorney with zero to one year of experience in Employee Benefits (ERISA) to join their Minneapolis, MN office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong research, writing, and analytical skills, along with a genuine interest in employee benefits and executive compensation.

Duties

• Conduct thorough research and analysis on employee benefits and executive compensation matters.
• Collaborate with various practice groups, including employment and corporate finance.
• Manage a challenging workload with a commitment to client service.

Requirements

• Experience or knowledge of retirement plans, ESOPs, health and welfare plans, and related ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and IRC Section 409A rules is a plus.
• Experience in a law firm, consulting firm, or in-house legal/HR department preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of maturity.
• Active Minnesota license or eligibility to become admitted to the Minnesota bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Minnesota State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a challenging workload effectively.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Medical savings accounts.
• Firm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Program.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and attorney leave.
• Paid bar dues, approved bar association memberships, and CLE expenses.
• Excellent work-life programs, including service bonuses and back-up child and elder care.