11 May 2026
Compensation
$225,000 – $310,000
Key requirements
1-4 years of experience with ERISA and employee benefits Experience with qualified plans, multiemployer pension plans, health and welfare plans and ACA compliance M&A and/or restructuring experience within the employee benefits practice area Experience in related areas, such as tax or labor/benefits related advising, consulting or accounting will also be considered
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Kirkland & Ellis is seeking an Employee Benefits Associate with 1-4 years of experience to join its Employment practice group in Houston. The role focuses on ERISA and employee benefits matters, including qualified plans, pension plans, health and welfare plans, and ACA compliance, as well as M&A and restructuring within this practice area.
What we're looking for
1-4 years of experience with ERISA and employee benefits
Experience with qualified plans, multiemployer pension plans, health and welfare plans and ACA compliance
M&A and/or restructuring experience within the employee benefits practice area
Experience in related areas, such as tax or labor/benefits related advising, consulting or accounting will also be considered
Executive compensation experience· nice to have
Benefits
Competitive salary structure
Robust offering of benefits to all of its employees and attorneys
Hiring contacts
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Lateral Recruiting Department
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Employee Benefits Associate
Kirkland & Ellis · Houston · $225,000 – $310,000
Houston · $225,000 – $310,000