Employee Benefits Associate Attorney
REMOTE, CA US | Fully Remote TELECOMMUTE US
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking an Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with non-ERISA benefit plans, including church, nonprofit, and public retirement plans. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely anywhere in California and to advise a variety of clients on retirement and health plan matters.
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Responsibilities
- Advise clients on the design, operation, and compliance of non-ERISA, church, nonprofit, and public sector benefit plans.
- Draft and review plan documents, amendments, and related employee communications.
- Provide guidance on IRS and state regulatory requirements for retirement and welfare plans.
- Assist clients with plan governance, funding, and fiduciary issues.
- Support benefits-related matters in mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
- Monitor and communicate legal developments affecting non-ERISA and public sector plans.
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Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California Bar (or ability to become admitted).
- 2–6 years of experience in employee benefits law.
- Experience working with church plans, nonprofit plans, or governmental retirement systems.
- Strong understanding of the Internal Revenue Code and public plan regulations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters.
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Compensation and Benefits
- Salary up to $170,000, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plan.
- Remote position – work from anywhere within California
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