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McGuireWoods LLP

Retirement Plan Specialist

Richmond, VA · On-site

$71K - $104K/yr

Under the direction of the Sr. Benefits Specialist or Benefits Manager, understands and complies ... At least three years of retirement plan experience. * CEBS helpful, but not required. * Advanced ...

ValuTeachers

Retirement Education Specialist

Bedford, VA · On-site

$2.0K/mo

Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills * A self-starter mindset with the ... pension plan, after thirty years of service. They were outraged that teachers and education ...

KBR

Retirement Plans Senior Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

Retirement Plans Senior Specialist We are KBR When you become part of our KBR team, your ... Manage relationships with external vendors, recordkeepers, and administrators to support plan ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for retirement plan manager in Virginia is $73,338.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,544.00 and $91,904.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Retirement Plan Manager oversees the administration, compliance, and performance of employer-sponsored retirement plans, such as 401(k) or pension plans. They ensure the plan follows regulations, coordinate with plan providers, and assist employees in understanding their retirement benefits. Additionally, they analyze investment options, monitor contributions, and work to optimize plan efficiency. Their role helps organizations provide competitive retirement benefits while ensuring legal compliance and financial stability.

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Retirement Plan Specialist

McGuireWoods LLP

Richmond, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

McGuireWoods rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 34 rated law firms

Job description

McGuireWoods is seeking a Retirement Plan Specialist to join our Human Resources Benefits team. In this key role, you will lead the day-to-day administration of our firm's retirement plans, serve as a trusted resource for employee plan participants, and ensure strict regulatory compliance across all programs.

McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.


  • Administers retirement plans, which may include a 401(k) plan and a defined benefit plan. Monitors payroll deductions, compares firm records to record-keeper, and ensures records match. Elevates discrepancies for resolution.
  • Coordinate daily benefits processing. Handle enrollments, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, rollovers, QDROs, distributions, loans, hardships and compliance testing. Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintains group benefits database and update employee payroll records.
  • Serves as the main point of contact in assisting employees in accessing their accounts and making requests to the record-keeper for hardship withdrawal requests and loan applications. Responds to questions about the plan and participant accounts.
  • Serves as a contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators. Documents, follows and maintains administrative procedures for assigned benefits processes.
  • Under the direction of the Sr. Benefits Specialist or Benefits Manager, understands and complies with applicable government regulations effecting retirement plans. Ensures timeliness and accuracy of required reporting and fees.

  • High School diploma required, Undergraduate degree strongly preferred.
  • At least three years of retirement plan experience.
  • CEBS helpful, but not required.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Hands-on experience using HRIS platforms.
  • Professional demeanor. Respects confidentiality and privacy of employee and partner issues.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Interest in using innovative AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient high-impact work.

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