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Senior Analyst, Retirement
Paul Hastings. Execute analysis, research, evaluation and administrative functions for U.S.
Posted 10/27/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $91,200 - $147,250 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of retirement plan administration, compliance with federal and state regulations, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in managing relationships and providing financial analysis related to retirement programs.
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Retirement Plan AdministrationCompliance TestingFederal And State LawsCustomer-Service PrinciplesHuman Resource Management Systems
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Hard Skills
Defined Contribution AdministrationDefined Benefit AdministrationNonqualified Plan AdministrationFinancial Metrics AnalysisCost AnalysisPlan Audit ManagementQDRO ProcessingLegislative Change ReviewPayroll ConceptsRetirement Data Verification
Soft Skills
CounselingCommunicationCollaborationRelationship ManagementCustomer Service
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteADP eTimeWorkdayPeopleSoft
Industry Keywords
ERISAHIPAAFMLACOBRAACARetirement ProgramsProfessional ServicesLegal EnvironmentBenefits AdministrationTalent Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Execute analysis, research, evaluation and administrative functions for U.S. and international retirement programs
- Serve as backup for the Firm’s benefit and leave programs
- Administer and operate retirement plans, including contribution/funding reconciliation, distributions, QDRO processing, benefit file coordination and maintenance
- Analyze, address and implement retirement plan design changes
- Monitor and ensure legal compliance of retirement plans with providers and internal and external legal counsel
- Manage the annual plan audit, 5500 process and compliance testing
- Review and apply legislative changes affecting retirement programs
- Manage relationships among the Firm, participants, consultants, trustee and vendors
- Coordinate participant payments with vendors and trustees during retirement and termination processes
- Provide financial metrics and cost analysis of retirement plans
- Collect, verify and provide retirement data to actuaries for benefits computations, funding requirements, valuations and internal audits
- Collaborate with accounting and financial reporting on measurement and reporting of plan assets, liabilities and funding levels
- Prepare or supervise educational communications regarding retirement plans and eligibility criteria
- Prepare communications and materials for the Investment/Retirement Committee
- Interpret and explain policies, procedures and relevant law to current, terminated and retired participants
- Counsel employees, participants, retirees and management and answer retirement-program questions
- Maintain and update the retirement section of the Firm’s intranet and extranet
- Support Benefits and Leave Analysts with Open Enrollment and benefits-related employee consultations
- Assist with implementation and testing of retirement-related systems
- Handle additional related projects as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- At least 5 years of defined contribution, defined benefit and nonqualified plan administration experience
- At least 5 years of human resources, talent management, or accounting experience (benefits administration preferred)
- At least 5 years in a professional services or legal environment (preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, including 401k, 415, ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA and ACA
- Advanced knowledge of customer-service principles
- Fundamental to Advanced knowledge of Health & Welfare benefit principles
- Fundamental to Advanced knowledge of human resources laws and practices
- Fundamental knowledge of general payroll concepts and systems, such as ADP eTime
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Fundamental to Advanced proficiency in human resource management systems, such as Workday and PeopleSoft
- Ability to work beyond scheduled hours as required, especially at year-end
- Ability to travel as required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
- 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Breast Milk Shipping
- Back-up Child Care
- Elder Care
- Tutoring
- Employee Assistance Program
- Relationship Support
- Mental Health programs
- Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events
- Retirement Plan Consulting
- Anniversary Bonus Program
- Professional Development Programs
- Transportation and Commuter Benefits
- International Travel Insurance
- Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
- Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Insurance
- Employee Discounts