Senior Employee Benefits Counsel — Remote-Ready & Growth

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life insurance and Disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contributions

PTO and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Reid and Riege, P.C., a prominent law firm in Connecticut, is seeking an experienced employee benefits attorney to join its established practice. The firm is recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work by the Hartford Business Journal, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development.

This position offers a flexible work-from-home policy and an excellent opportunity for long-term growth. Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school and have active bar admission, with a preference for Connecticut admission.

Qualifications

• Experience with IRC Section 409A and governmental benefit plans is a plus.
• Active bar admission in any US jurisdiction required; CT admission preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain compliance for various employee benefit plans.
• Counsel plan sponsors on compliance requirements.
• Conduct research on laws related to employee benefits.

Skills

Designing and drafting employee benefit plans

Compliance with ERISA and IRC

Counseling on fiduciary best practices

Research and analysis of benefit laws

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Reid and Riege, P.C., a prominent law firm in Connecticut, is seeking an experienced employee benefits attorney to join its established practice. The firm is recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work by the Hartford Business Journal, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development.

This position offers a flexible work-from-home policy and an excellent opportunity for long-term growth. Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school and have active bar admission, with a preference for Connecticut admission.