Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Title: Employee Benefits Associate Attorney (Charlotte, NC)

Job Overview

A law firm in Charlotte, NC, is currently seeking a highly motivated attorney specializing in employee benefits with 4-6 years of relevant experience. This role involves advising clients on a broad range of employee benefit matters, including executive compensation, retirement plans, and health and welfare benefits for various organizations. The ideal candidate will have previous law firm experience and a deep understanding of employee benefits law.

Duties

• Advise clients on executive compensation, including nonqualified and equity-based plans.
• Counsel on qualified retirement plans and compliance with related regulations.
• Guide health and welfare plans for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals on employment and benefits-related matters.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant changes in employee benefits laws and regulations.
• Draft and review legal documents related to employee benefits and compensation.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience working in a law firm, specifically within the employee benefits area.
• Expertise in executive compensation, retirement plans, and health and welfare benefits.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or willing to obtain licensure.

Skills

• Strong understanding of employee benefits law.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong client management abilities.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Effective collaboration within a team setting.

Job Location

• Charlotte, NC

Formed in the first quarter of the twentieth century, this North Carolina-based law firm is comprised of a fairly large team of highly skilled attorneys. It has nine practice groups, including corporate, commercial real estate, litigation, and trusts & estates. Prominent legal periodicals have time and again recognized several of the firm's attorneys for their solid legal expertise.