Employee Benefits Associate

Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking a Lateral Associate with employee benefits and executive compensation expertise to join its Corporate Services Group as an Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate in our Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, New York City, Philadelphia, St. Louis or Washington DC office. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in reviewing employee benefit plans, agreements and compensation programs for merger and acquisition transactions, as well as assisting in the design, implementation and advising on such programs for businesses and organizations of various sizes and structures.

Associates have an exciting opportunity to learn from and work closely with energetic, highly experienced legal practitioners in a friendly, cooperative environment

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Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

• s.Simultaneously handles the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusio
• n;Possesses strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and client
• s;Demonstrates an ability to work independently and productively and shows a strong interest in advancing a career in Corporate Service
• s;Produces quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client service
• s;Manages business and generates business through group and individual efforts; a
• ndComplies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal professio

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Required Education: Juris Doc

torRequired Licenses and/or Certifications: Licensed to practice law in good standing in one or more jurisdictions where the Firm conducts business; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requireme

ntsPreferred Experience: 5+ years’ experience assisting in designing, implementing and advising on employee benefits plans, executive plans and other transactional work; substantial experience in drafting and reviewing sophisticated corporate documents. Prior experience working at a law firm is a pl

us.Supervisory Responsibilities: Indirect - actively utilizes support staff or junior associates to ensure client satisfact

ionPhysical Activity: The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a compu

terTravel Required: Less than

10%Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this j

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EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workpl

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Salary Ranges are fluid depending on experience, areas of expertise, licenses,

etc.Chicago Salary Range: $240,000-$30

0,000Denver Salary Range: $230,000-$29

0,000New York City Salary Range: $240,000-$30

0,000Washington DC Salary Range: $240,000-$30

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