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ERISA/Employee Benefits Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform
Location
US - US - Remote
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Lawyer
Salary
$104,500-325,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Minimum of three years of relevant legal practice experience in employee benefits/ERISA law with a strong focus on health and welfare plans
  • Strong understanding of ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, MHPAEA, and other federal and state regulations impacting group health plans
  • Experience with ERISA plan governance requirements, including drafting and maintaining plan documents, SPDs, and required notices
  • Experience reviewing M&A due diligence and advising on health and welfare plan issues in corporate transactions
  • Experience negotiating and managing health and welfare vendor contracts
  • Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills
Nice to have
  • Positive mentality and willingness to tackle new and evolving business needs, including emerging trends in health, wellness, and leave programs
  • High ethical standards, professional integrity, and sound judgment and risk-assessment skills in a regulated environment
What the job really is

The role of an Employee Benefits/ERISA Lawyer involves advising clients on the design and compliance of health and welfare benefit plans, including medical and wellness programs. Responsibilities include drafting plan documents, handling vendor agreements, and supporting clients in regulatory matters and M&A transactions. The position requires collaboration with various teams to develop compliant benefits strategies across multiple industries.

Benefits
  • Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year
  • Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools
Things to weigh
  • Remote work option may require self-discipline and effective communication skills
  • Compensation range is broad, which may indicate variability based on experience and negotiation
  • Role involves significant compliance and regulatory work, which may be less appealing to those seeking litigation or transactional focus
Job score3.8/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
Pay transparency5/5

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