Hiring: Senior Counsel- Benefits and Total Rewards Company: Tyson Foods Location: Springdale, AR Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:34:57 Target Skills & Keywords : HIPAA, Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •7 years of focused experience in ERISA and employee benefits law, with the ability to handle sophisticated matters across qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and M&A benefits integration. A combination of law firm and in-house experience is strongly preferred. •7 years of legal experience with a primary focus on ERISA, qualified retirement plans, and health and welfare benefits. In-house experience is a plus. M&A benefits due diligence and integration experience preferred. A combination of law firm and corporate practice is strongly preferred. Required Skills: •Qualified retirement plans — defined contribution (401(k)), defined benefit pension, and multi-employer pension plan matters •Health and welfare plans — ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FSA/HSA, and other mandates generally applicable to self-funded and fully insured H&W plans •Stock incentive and equity compensation plans •Draft and review plan documents, amendments, summary plan descriptions, trust agreements, and participant-facing communications •Advise on benefit plan governance and fiduciary responsibilities, including Benefits Committee support, claims and appeals strategy, and board resolutions •Manage and coordinate responses to IRS, DOL, and PBGC audits, investigations, and agency inquiries •Monitor legislative, regulatory, and case law developments; proactively brief internal clients on compliance impacts •Support M&A transactions with cross-functional teams from due diligence through post-close integration, identifying benefits-related liabilities and risks and assisting with the development of integration strategies for impacted employee populations Qualifications: •Computer Skills: Standard computer skills required; proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. •Communication Skills: Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise senior management clearly and concisely on complex legal matters. •Supervisory: Manage outside counsel; no direct reports. •Travel: Some travel may be required. •1ST SHIFT (United States of America) •Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. •Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. •The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Compensation: •Qualified retirement plans — defined contribution (401(k)), defined benefit pension, and multi-employer pension plan matters Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!