Atlanta | Hybrid

Employee Benefits (Health & Welfare) Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking an Employee Benefits (Health & Welfare) Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising employers, plan sponsors, and organizations on sophisticated employee benefits and health & welfare plan matters.

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of employee benefits, executive compensation, or ERISA experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients on health & welfare benefit plans and related compliance matters

• Strong working knowledge of HIPAA, COBRA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the Mental Health Parity & Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), and the No Surprises Act

• Experience counseling employers and plan sponsors regarding ERISA compliance, employee benefits administration, plan design, and regulatory requirements

• Experience reviewing and drafting plan documents, summary plan descriptions, employee communications, and related benefits documentation

• Experience supporting the employee benefits aspects of mergers & acquisitions and other corporate transactions is preferred

• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated advisory matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Outstanding academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice

✅ Sophisticated health & welfare advisory work

✅ Opportunity to advise major employers and plan sponsors on complex regulatory issues

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174