| Location | Cleveland, Ohio |
Cleveland, Cincinnati | Hybrid
$170,000 – $300,000+
A highly respected law firm is seeking an Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Cleveland or Cincinnati office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising employers, plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and corporate clients on sophisticated employee benefits, executive compensation, and ERISA matters.
• 2+ years of employee benefits, executive compensation, ERISA, or tax-qualified retirement plan experience
• Experience advising employers and plan sponsors on employee benefits and executive compensation matters preferred
• Experience with qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, deferred compensation arrangements, and ERISA compliance
• Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions, corporate transactions, and due diligence reviews involving employee benefits matters
• Experience drafting and reviewing plan documents, amendments, executive compensation agreements, and related documents
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work directly with clients and transaction teams
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Ohio bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Sophisticated employee benefits and executive compensation practice
Exposure to ERISA, executive compensation, and transactional benefits matters
Significant client interaction and responsibility
Strong mentorship and professional development
Partnership-track opportunity
Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
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. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com