Associate

Compensation & Benefits Senior Associate — Qualified Plans, San Diego

  • LocationSan Diego, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience6+ PQE
  • Compensation$390k
  • PracticeEmployment & Labor

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Experienced employee benefits attorney role on a national compensation & benefits team based in San Diego. The position focuses on tax-qualified retirement plans and health & welfare plan matters, including ERISA compliance, plan design, administration, and regulatory counseling.

Work will include drafting plan documents and disclosures, handling compliance testing and IRS/DOL filings and audits, advising on benefit issues in M&A and other transactions, and managing correction matters. ESOP and plan-asset experience is a plus.

The team offers a comprehensive benefits package and support for professional development.

  • Minimum 6 years of post-qualification ERISA/employee benefits experience advising on tax‑qualified retirement and health & welfare plans
  • Experience with plan design, administration, drafting plan documents and disclosures, compliance testing, and IRS and DOL filings/audits
  • Experience counseling on benefit issues in M&A and other transactions; ESOP and plan-asset exposure a plus
  • Excellent academic record with superior writing, oral communication and analytical skills

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