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McCarter & English, LLP · 3 days ago

ERISA/EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PARALEGAL

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$60K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

McCarter & English, LLP is seeking an experienced paralegal for their Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation (EBEC) practice group in Philadelphia. The role involves supporting various retirement plans and working closely with lawyers and business professionals to ensure compliance and efficient operation of these plans.

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Responsibilities

Draft and review plan documents and amendments

Draft and review participant communications, including Summary Plan Descriptions

Research and summarize applicable law

File Determination Letters and correction program filings with the IRS and the U.S. Department of Labor

Respond to client inquiries on plan operation, correction, and compliance matters

Assist with other matters as necessary

Qualification

Employee benefits experienceLegal document draftingMS Office proficiencyOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTime managementAttention to detail

Required

5+ years of employee benefits experience

Excellent organizational and communication skills while displaying a positive, high-energy attitude

Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving

Proficient knowledge of internal software applications, such as word processing, internet searching skills, spreadsheets and databases and knowledge of MS office, specifically MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook

Ability to accurately interpret and understand legal concepts and procedures as they relate to the practice areas and the organizational and project management skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively and handle multiple deadlines

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

A minimum of five years of experience with retirement plans; individuals with significantly more relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply

A college degree or paralegal certification is needed, though we will consider significant relevant work experience as a possible substitute

A high degree of proficiency in standard computer applications, including but not limited to Adobe and Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits

Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits.

Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution.

Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage.

401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions.

Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)

Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program

Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program

Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan

Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Eligibility for discretionary bonus.

Company

McCarter & English, LLP

McCarter & English, LLP is a firm of more than 400 lawyers with offices in Newark, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, DC, Miami, Wilmington, Hartford, Stamford, Indianapolis, East Brunswick, and Trenton.

Founded in 1845

Newark, New Jersey, USA

501-1000 employees