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JBA International · 1 day ago

Employee Benefits and ERISA attorney

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

JBA International is a leading law firm seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Attorney to advise on employee benefit programs. The role involves ensuring compliance with ERISA and related regulations while collaborating with various stakeholders to align benefit programs with organizational objectives.

ConsultingHealth CareLegalProfessional Services

Diversity & Inclusion

Hiring Manager

Joanna Buickians

Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel on employee benefit plans, including retirement plans (401(k), pension), health and welfare plans, and executive compensation arrangements

Ensure compliance with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable federal and state laws

Draft, review, and negotiate plan documents, summary plan descriptions (SPDs), policies, amendments, and participant communications

Advise on fiduciary duties, governance, and risk mitigation related to benefit plans

Support mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions by conducting benefits-related due diligence and integration planning

Respond to regulatory inquiries, audits, and investigations involving benefit plans

Manage relationships with outside counsel, plan administrators, insurers, and consultants

Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting employee benefits and recommend proactive changes

Assist with benefits disputes, claims, and litigation as needed

Collaborate with HR and leadership on benefits strategy, design, and cost management initiatives

Qualification

Employee benefits lawERISATax-qualified plansHealthWelfare benefitsExecutive compensationDrafting skillsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail