ESOP Compliance Attorney (Employee Benefits)
Job Description
Job Description
Direct Counsel has partnered with an AmLaw 200 firm seeking an experienced employee benefits attorney. Candidates must have at least 5 years of practice experience.
The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and skills:
- Expertise in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs)
- Experience counseling employee benefit plan sponsors with respect to ERISA and IRS requirements for 401(k) plans and ESOPs
- Experience in negotiating and drafting executive employment agreements and incentive plans on behalf of employers and executives
- Knowledge of employee benefits issues in the context of corporate mergers and acquisitions
- Experience reviewing merger and acquisition agreements for purposes of ERISA review
- Ability to advise clients regarding compliance with Internal Revenue Code Sections 280G and 409A
- Exceptional work ethic, attention to detail, initiative, and motivation
- Ability to thrive in a team environment
- Strong academic credentials
Minimum 5 years of employee benefits experience
Licensed to practice law in New Jersey
Strong academic credentials
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
Client-facing experience and responsiveness to client needs
Salary range: $225,000 – $350,000 annually (based on full-time schedule, experience, and qualifications)
Bonus: Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance (with optional HSA/FSA), dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k), vacation, sick time, parking/public transportation allowance, and employee assistance program
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