Axiom · 19 hours ago
ERISA/Employee Benefits Lawyer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expAxiom is a global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. They are seeking Employee Benefits/ERISA Lawyers to advise clients on health and welfare benefit plans and compliance with related laws.
ComplianceConsultingLaw EnforcementLegalProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Lorna Cooley-Kelly
Responsibilities
Advise on the design, implementation, and administration of health and welfare benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, wellness, cafeteria plans, and FSAs/HSAs/HRAs
Counsel clients on compliance with ERISA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, HIPAA, MHPAEA, and related federal and state laws affecting group health plans
Draft, review, and update plan documents, SPDs, SBCs, required notices, and employee communications for health and welfare plans
Advise on plan governance and fiduciary compliance, including oversight structures, committee practices, and documentation
Handle vendor and service provider agreements for health and welfare plans (e.g., TPAs, PBMs, stop‑loss carriers, wellness vendors, networks, consultants), including reviewing and negotiating terms
Support clients in responding to claims, appeals, audits, and inquiries (e.g., DOL, IRS, HHS, state insurance departments) related to health and welfare benefits
Conduct benefits‑related due diligence in M&A transactions, focusing on health and welfare plans, and advise on integration, transition, or termination of plans
Monitor and interpret regulatory developments and guidance affecting group health plans and translate them into practical, business‑oriented advice and implementation steps
Partner with HR, benefits, legal, and finance teams to develop and implement compliant, employee‑friendly benefits strategies across multiple industries
Qualification
Preferred
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, and advising on fiduciary processes for health and welfare plans
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 (TPAs, PBMs, stop-loss, wellness, networks, consultants)
Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex benefits rules in clear, practical terms
Efficient multitasker with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and cross-functionally with HR, benefits, finance, and legal teams
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
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in your state of primary residence
Benefits
Health benefits
401K
Professional development resources
Learning and development programs
Company
Axiom
Axiom is where high-caliber legal talent meets full-service law firm work.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$28MKey Investors
Permira
2019-09-06Corporate Round
2013-02-06Series Unknown· $28M
Leadership Team
David McVeigh
Chief Executive Officer
CJ Saretto
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-08-26
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