ERISA Retirement Plan Counsel & Administration

Transamerica

Cedar Rapids (IA)

Hybrid

USD 145,000 - 160,000

Full time

4 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Transamerica is seeking an attorney to support retirement plan businesses, delivering strategic legal guidance to recordkeeping and plan administration teams. You will handle contract review, regulatory disclosures, and compliance matters while staying ahead of ERISA developments.

Hybrid work option in a large, diversified financial services company with a decades-long legacy. You will partner with senior attorneys and business leaders to produce practical, cost-effective legal solutions in a

Qualifications

JD from ABA-accredited law school.
Bar admission in good standing in a US jurisdiction.
2+ years of ERISA/retirement plans experience.
Strong communication and analytical skills.
Proficient in MS Office and contract drafting experience.

Responsibilities

Provide legal support for retirement plan recordkeeping and plan administration products and services (401(k), 403(b), 457(b), defined benefit plans, pooled employer plans, MEPs).
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and documents (recordkeeping, trust/custody, advisory agreements, vendor agreements).
Advise on plan documents, notices, disclosures, and ERISA-related considerations.
Monitor regulatory developments and brief stakeholders on impacts.
Assist in regulatory responses to examinations/inquiries (DOL/IRS/PBGC).
Collaborate with internal teams to implement policies and procedures.
Communicate complex legal issues clearly to diverse audiences.