Who we are:
A Fortune 500 financial services corporation, with a heritage spanning nearly a century and a half, specializes in a comprehensive suite of investment, insurance, and retirement solutions. Catering to a diverse clientele that ranges from individual investors to corporate entities, the firm is dedicated to forging partnerships that prioritize financial prosperity and security. Through a commitment to innovation and customization, it empowers clients to achieve their financial aspirations both today and, in the years, to come.
Job Purpose
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders on complex retirement plan matters, including technical plan design and compliance. Deliver and promote consulting services. Stay attuned to client needs and expectations by offering strategic insights, aligning appropriate resources, and contributing to the development of new consulting capabilities as needed.
Essential Functions
Regular and consistent attendance is a required function of this role.
| Description | % of Time Spent |
| Serve as a subject matter expert and reviewer on ESOP and employer securities topics for both private and public companies. | 25% |
| Lead or contribute to projects involving fiduciary concerns, compliance matters, plan design, and regulatory correction procedures (e.g., EPCRS, audits, regulatory filings), with a focus on ERISA and IRS requirements. | 25% |
| Provide technical expertise on employer securities issues, including administration and impacts of corporate transactions (e.g., mergers, spinoffs, dividends) and stock trading within retirement plans. | 10% |
| Collaborate with various internal departments across operations, legal, compliance, marketing, IT, and distribution teams to support client and organizational initiatives. | 10% |
| Support product and solution development for employer securities plans, including cash management and participant-directed options, and assist with implementation processes. | 10% |
| Train and mentor consulting staff, as well as internal business units and external partner networks. May involve supervisory responsibilities. | 5% |
| Monitor industry developments and share insights on legislative, regulatory, and legal trends affecting ESOPs and employer securities. | 5% |
| Represent the organization in industry groups through speaking engagements, committee involvement, and networking with professionals and plan sponsors. | 5% |
| Provide feedback on regulatory or legislative matters and contribute to internal teams developing responses to new laws and guidance (e.g., fiduciary regulations, diversification rules). | Included above |
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in retirement, ERISA, or employee benefits
- FINRA registration may be required
- Experience in banking, law, accounting, or consulting is a plus
- Proven ability to deliver value-added consulting solutions and apply deep industry knowledge
- Industry certifications/designations preferred
- Strong consulting, negotiation, communication (oral/written), and problem-solving skills required
- Must be proactive, detail-oriented, and have an entrepreneurial mindset
- Travel required less than 20%
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Associate Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for open positions with our company.