Assistant General Counsel, Srp

Department of State Treasurer

Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
$99,000 - $149,000 py
Not specified
Defined contribution plans and erisa best practices
North carolina administrative procedure act
State laws on public records and open meetings
The Department of State Treasurer is seeking an Assistant General Counsel for its Retirement Division in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role involves providing legal advice and support regarding the Supplemental Retirement Plans, requiring significant knowledge of federal and state laws governing retirement plans

Job Summary

  • The mission is to preserve, protect and sustain the state’s pension and healthcare plans, generate investment returns, properly account for funds, assure financially sound debt issuance, maintain the state’s “AAA” bond rating, and provide exemplary service.
  • This position independently provides comprehensive legal services concerning the Supplemental Retirement Plans to the Board and staff, including advice on fiduciary matters, interpretation of laws, drafting legal documents, and performing complex transactional work.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, NC Flex program, paid leave, and parental leave.

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The Department of State Treasurer is seeking an Assistant General Counsel for its Retirement Division in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role involves providing legal advice and support regarding the Supplemental Retirement Plans, requiring significant knowledge of federal and state laws governing retirement plans.

Salary

$99,000 - $149,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Defined contribution plans and ERISA best practices
  • North Carolina Administrative Procedure Act
  • State laws on public records and open meetings
  • Contract law
  • Fiduciary responsibilities and prohibited transactions

Nice-to-have

  • Creative problem-solving approach
  • Proactive approach to complex issues
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Willingness to use a variety of approaches

Key Requirements

  • License to practice law in North Carolina
  • 2 years’ experience working as an attorney
  • Governmental defined benefit/defined contribution plans knowledge
  • Proficiency in legal research platforms like Westlaw

Work Rights

Not specified

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