ERISA ASSOCIATE

JBA International; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm for employee benefits in Denver, Colorado is seeking a qualified attorney to advise on the design and administration of retirement plans and compliance with ERISA regulations. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. from an ABA accredited school, at least four years of relevant experience, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role offers a chance to thrive in an inclusive and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in Colorado or ability to waive into the Colorado bar.
• At least four years of experience in relevant areas such as retirement plans and employee benefits.
• Experience with ESOPs and executive compensation arrangements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Counseling on design and administration of employee benefit plans.
• Educating clients about legislative and regulatory developments.
• Drafting and interpreting defined contribution and benefit plans.
• Consulting on legal issues involving health and welfare plans.
• Advising on executive compensation and equity plans.
• Assisting clients with IRS and Department of Labor matters.
• Advising on benefit issues in mergers and acquisitions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client service skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

J.D. from an ABA accredited school

Job description

Join a team with an established and diverse client base. Advise employers (including publicly traded entities, private companies, government employers, non-profit entities, and religious organizations) with establishing, maintaining, and terminating all types of qualified retirement plans, non-qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, fringe benefits, and executive compensation arrangements. Provide practical, business-oriented advice to clients regarding compliance with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and securities laws. Advise clients on the application of the fiduciary responsibility and prohibited transaction rules to various types of transactions and investments.

Responsibilities:

• Counseling on the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of all types of employee benefit plans
• Educating clients on legislative and regulatory developments and assisting in designing solutions to the same
• Drafting and interpreting defined contribution plans and defined benefit plans
• Consulting on legal issues involving the administration and compliance of all types of health and welfare and fringe benefit plans (including the ACA and other health care reform laws, COBRA, HIPAA)
• Designing, drafting, and consulting on the legal issues involving executive compensation, severance, and executive equity plans
• Assisting clients with Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, and PBGC matters
• Advising clients regarding benefit plan issues in mergers and acquisitions
• Developing new clients and business contacts

Requirements:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited school
• Admitted to practice in Colorado or ability to waive into the Colorado bar
• At least four years of experience in one or more of the following areas: qualified retirement plans, employee benefits plans in mergers and acquisitions, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), executive compensation, fringe benefits, and/or health and welfare plans. Experience with ESOPs and executive compensation arrangements a plus
• Strong work ethic, entrepreneurial attitude, high level of attention to detail, and exemplary client service skills
• Team player. Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Thrive in an inclusive, diverse work environment

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.