Senior Benefits & Executive Compensation Attorney

Husch Blackwell LLP; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Senior Associate with 5–8 years of experience. The role may be based in any firm office, with a preference for Milwaukee, Kansas City, or St. Louis.

The candidate will advise employers, plan administrators, and service providers on ERISA matters and related tax issues. The ideal candidate will handle corporate transactions, regulatory matters, and multi-party engagements with strong academic credentials and exceptional

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Strong ERISA and Internal Revenue Code knowledge; ability to advise on corporate transactions.
• Excellent academic credentials and superior written communication skills.
• Active bar license in the applicable jurisdiction or commitment to obtain promptly.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers, plan sponsors, and service providers on employee benefits and executive compensation matters.
• Counsel clients in connection with corporate transactions and other significant business events.
• Handle matters involving governmental agencies and regulators as needed.
• Develop and manage sophisticated matters with proactivity and sound judgment.

Skills

ERISA knowledge

Executive compensation

Transactional experience

Client counseling

Written communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active bar license

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP seeks an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Senior Associate with 5–8 years of experience. The role may be based in any firm office, with a preference for Milwaukee, Kansas City, or St. Louis.

The candidate will advise employers, plan administrators, and service providers on ERISA matters and related tax issues. The ideal candidate will handle corporate transactions, regulatory matters, and multi-party engagements with strong academic credentials and exceptional