Employee Benefits (ERISA)/Executive Compensation Attorney (Senior Associate or Junior Partner)

Willcox Savage; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Willcox Savage, a full-service law firm, is seeking an Employee Benefits (ERISA)/Executive Compensation Attorney in Virginia with at least 8 years of relevant experience. Candidates will advise on health plan matters and compliance including ERISA and HIPAA.

The ideal applicant has experience with pension plans and a portable book of business is a plus. The firm offers a supportive work environment and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with ERISA and Internal Revenue Code compliance is essential.
• Portable book of business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise companies on executive compensation and employee benefit plans.
• Design and maintain benefit programs.
• Counsel on compensation issues in corporate transactions.
• Provide guidance on tax and securities matters.
• Support transactional work related to benefits.

Skills

Pension Plans Management

Health Plans Compliance

ERISA Compliance

Document Drafting

Negotiation

Tax Matters Guidance

Education

Virginia Bar Admission

Job description

Willcox Savage, a full‑service law firm with offices in Norfolk, Richmond, and Tysons, Virginia, seeks an Employee Benefits (ERISA)/Executive Compensation Attorney with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will advise clients on a wide range of health and welfare plan matters, including compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act, and related regulations. A portable book of business is preferred.

Proximity to one of our offices – Norfolk, Richmond, McLean – is a plus.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with:

• Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution Pension Plans
• Health and Welfare Plans
• ERISA and Internal Revenue Code compliance
• Code §§409A, 457(f), 280G, and 162(m)
• Drafting plan documents, SPDs, policies, and procedures
• Reviewing provider agreements
• Drafting and reviewing executive compensation and equity‑based arrangements
• Advising public and private companies in transactions

Virginia Bar admission is required.

Responsibilities

• Advise major companies and nonprofit health systems on executive compensation, retirement, and health and welfare programs.
• Design, implement, and maintain benefit programs.
• Counsel employers on compensation and benefits issues in corporate operations, mergers and acquisitions, and financings.
• Provide guidance on related tax and securities matters.
• Support transactional work involving compensation and benefits.
• Handle ERISA and employee benefit plan matters.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative work environment

Compensation Range: The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000 per year.

Willcox Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our firm at 757-628-5500 and ask for Human Resources.