Senior ERISA Compliance Consultant (Quality Review)

Description

Is this you?

We are seeking an experienced retirement plan professional to serve as a key technical resource within our organization. This role is responsible for performing quality reviews of retirement plan administration, compliance testing, government filings, and correction-related activities while helping elevate technical excellence across the firm.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex retirement plan issues, interpreting regulatory guidance, mentoring professionals, and ensuring exceptional quality standards are maintained throughout the client experience.

You will work closely with plan administrators, consultants, leadership, and operational teams to identify risks, provide technical guidance, and support consistent application of ERISA, IRS, and DOL requirements.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Compliance Consultant, you will provide MAP’s final level of assurance before work reaches clients. You will review annual valuations, compliance packages, government filings, and correction calculations for accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with MAP’s quality standards. You will also serve as a trusted technical resource, helping teams resolve complex issues, identify recurring risks, and improve processes across the organization.

Technical Review & Quality Assurance

· Review annual administration for qualified retirement plans, including defined contribution plans.

· Review compliance testing, allocations, distributions, and annual valuation deliverables.

· Review Forms 5500 and related filings for technical accuracy and completeness.

· Identify operational, document, and compliance concerns before client delivery.

· Ensure consistency with internal standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

· Assist in developing and maintaining quality review processes and controls.

Technical Consulting

· Research and interpret IRS, DOL, and ERISA guidance.

· Analyze complex qualifications and operational issues.

· Provide recommendations regarding correction methodologies and plan compliance matters.

· Assist with plan terminations, mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, and other special projects.

· Support internal teams with technical consultation and issue resolution.

· Serve as an escalation resource for complex client situations.

Leadership & Mentorship

· Provide constructive feedback and coaching to team members.

· Help develop technical knowledge across the organization.

· Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

· Participate in training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

· 6+ years of retirement plan administration, compliance consulting, or related TPA experience.

· Strong knowledge of ERISA, qualified retirement plans, and IRS compliance requirements.

· Significant experience reviewing compliance testing and annual administration.

· Experience interpreting plan documents and resolving operational issues.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

· QKA, QPA, CPC, ERPA, APA, CEBS, or similar professional designation.

· Experience with EPCRS corrections.

· Experience supporting DOL or IRS examinations.

· Experience with plan document consulting and qualification matters.

· Previous quality review, audit, or leadership experience.

· Experience with PensionPro and FTW is preferred

· Proficiency with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and related business tools

Success in This Role

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• •Naturally identifies issues others miss.
• •Enjoys researching complex regulatory questions.
• •Can explain technical concepts clearly and confidently.
• •Provides feedback that helps others improve.
• •Values accuracy, consistency, and client service equally.
• •Sees themselves as a trusted advisor rather than simply a processor.

Why MAP?

Senior Compliance Consultant is one of the most consequential roles in a TPA — and at MAP, it’s treated that way. You’ll work across a national portfolio of more than 10,000 plans serving more than 6,500 businesses, which means the breadth and complexity of what crosses your desk is unmatched by most firms in this space.

You'll have the opportunity to influence quality standards across thousands of retirement plans, work alongside experienced industry professionals, and help shape the future of retirement plan administration through process improvement, technology, and technical leadership.

If you're the person others turn to when they encounter a difficult testing issue, qualification concern, correction question, or regulatory challenge, we'd like to talk with you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision — we cover 80% for employees, 50% for dependents

401(k) with safe harbor contributions

Generous open PTO policy

Life insurance, FSA & HSA

Ongoing industry training and professional development

A team that genuinely likes working together

Salary range is $80,000 - $100,000. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Ready to put your expertise to work at the highest level? Apply and include your resume and salary expectations — we’d love to hear from you.

MAP Retirement is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or criminal record.