Junior to Mid-level ERISA/Employee Benefits Lawyer

Axiom
Chicago, IL

We are seeking junior to mid-level Employee Benefits/ERISA lawyers to work hybrid or remotely with our clients in the financial services, luxury retail, food/beverage, technology and life sciences industries.

Preferred Experience:

  • Minimum of three years of experience specializing in ERISA and employee benefits law.
  • Experience with ERISA plan governance requirements.
  • Strong understanding of ERISA, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, HIPAA, and other relevant federal and state regulations.
  • Experience reviewing M&A due diligence.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • At least three years of relevant legal practice experience in employee benefits law.
  • License, in good standing, to practice law in the jurisdiction in which you intend to practice.
  • Efficient multitasker combined with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work both independently and cross-functionally.
  • Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
  • Positive mentality and willingness to tackle new and ever-changing business needs.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-centric approach.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Compensation, Benefits & Location: 

This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $120,000 and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Learn more about working at Axiom.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. 

 

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Posted 2025-11-15

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