Managing Senior Counsel - Benefits & Compensation

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 175,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Managing Senior Counsel - Benefits & Compensation to serve as a senior legal advisor across employee benefits, executive compensation, and related governance matters in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

The attorney will partner with HR, finance, fiduciaries, and business leaders to support plan design, compliance, risk mitigation, and the administration of complex benefits programs.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in at least one state.
• 10+ years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation, particularly with ERISA and related laws.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to business stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on health and welfare benefit plan design and governance
• Advise on compliance with federal and state laws related to employee benefits
• Support the administration of defined contribution and retirement programs
• Draft and review plan documents and participant communications
• Advise fiduciaries on governance practices and risk mitigation strategies
• Support compliance audits and governmental examinations for benefit plans
• Provide legal counsel on executive compensation programs and M&A matters

Skills

ERISA knowledge

Executive compensation

Benefits administration

Regulatory compliance

Drafting & negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Managing Senior Counsel - Benefits & Compensation to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.

This role will serve as a senior legal advisor across employee benefits, executive compensation, and related governance matters in a highly regulated healthcare environment. The attorney will partner closely with HR, finance, fiduciary stakeholders, and business leaders to support plan design, compliance, and operational decision-making. This position will also contribute to risk mitigation, transaction support, and the effective administration of complex benefits programs.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $175,100 – $334,750 annually

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on health and welfare benefit plan design and governance
• Advise on compliance with federal and state laws related to employee benefits
• Support the administration of defined contribution and retirement programs
• Draft and review plan documents and participant communications
• Advise fiduciaries on governance practices and risk mitigation strategies
• Support compliance audits and governmental examinations for benefit plans
• Provide legal counsel on executive compensation programs and M&A matters

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in at least one state and in good standing with the state bar
• 10+ years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation, particularly with ERISA and related laws
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to business stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong business judgment with a solution-oriented approach
• Experience managing junior colleagues is preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off to support work-life balance
• Retirement savings options to help secure financial futures
• Wellness programs promoting physical and emotional well-being
• Additional resources based on eligibility

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.