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Compensation & Benefits (Qualified Plans) Senior Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Boston, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Boston Hybrid

Compensation & Benefits (Qualified Plans) Senior Associate Attorney
AmLaw 50 Opportunity
Compensation

$390000

A premier AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a Compensation & Benefits (Qualified Plans) Senior Associate Attorney to join its Boston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising public and private companies private equity sponsors boards of directors and executive leadership on sophisticated ERISA employee benefits executive compensation and transactional matters.

Ideal Background

6 years of employee benefits and executive compensation experience gained at a national or international law firm

Significant experience advising clients on tax-qualified retirement plans health and welfare plans and other employee benefit programs

Experience counseling clients regarding ERISA compliance plan design implementation administration fiduciary obligations and ongoing regulatory requirements

Experience drafting and amending qualified retirement plans health and welfare plans summary plan descriptions participant disclosures and related employee benefit documentation

Experience advising on employee benefits and executive compensation issues arising in mergers acquisitions private equity transactions financings and other strategic corporate transactions

Experience handling IRS and Department of Labor filings audits compliance testing voluntary correction programs and regulatory matters

Experience with ESOP transactions and ERISA plan asset rules is a plus

Strong drafting analytical communication and client counseling skills

Ability to independently manage sophisticated employee benefits matters while maintaining significant client interaction

Excellent academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school

Massachusetts bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Elite Compensation & Benefits practice

Sophisticated ERISA retirement plan and employee benefits work

Opportunity to advise leading public companies private equity sponsors and emerging growth companies

Significant responsibility and direct client interaction

Strong mentorship business development opportunities and long-term career growth

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment with market-leading compensation and comprehensive benefits

Interested

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

Even if youre not actively looking or arent sure this opportunity is the right fit lets 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.

Im 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



Required Experience:

Senior IC