Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Paralegal
| Company | Hartford Financial Services |
|---|---|
| Location | Hartford, CT, USA |
| Salary | $71520 – $123360 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Xcel, Powerpoint, Pilot), iManage, and legal research databases (e.g., Bloomberg, LexisNexis)
- Familiarity with AI-enabled technology
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven project management skills
- Collaborative, proactive, team-oriented work style
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude
- Willingness to develop knowledge in new areas and commitment to continuous improvement
- College degree or other appropriate certification (e.g., paralegal certification) preferred
- 3+ years paralegal experience
- Paralegal experience in corporate law, benefits and/or executive compensation is a plus
Responsibilities
- Organize, update and maintain department documents, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible
- Create and maintain project plans. Assist with creation, maintenance of timeline of tasks and assist team in monitoring and meeting timeline
- Conduct legal research and critical analysis on assigned issues, relevant laws and regulations, including developments in case law, SEC guidance, ERISA, IRC, and DOL guidelines
- Assist attorneys in the preparation of presentations, Committee materials and training materials
- Assist attorneys in the preparation and review of executive compensation and benefits plans, including stock plans, health and welfare plans, retirement plans and participant communications
- Assist attorneys in the preparation of the minutes, the proxy, the 10K and other SEC filings
- Coordinate with clients and third-party administrators to ensure compliance with legal requirements and timely submission of filings
- Update team on industry trends, case law and developments in benefits and executive compensation law
Preferred Qualifications
- Paralegal experience in corporate law, benefits and/or executive compensation is a plus