Pensions Associate

• Advising pension fund trustees and sponsoring employers
• Supporting clients on ongoing pension schemes and end-game projects
• Advising on DB scheme buy-ins and buy-outs
• Supporting DC bulk transfers and master trust arrangements
• Advising on pensions governance and investment-related matters
• Working closely with tax, investment, employment and pensions colleagues
• Providing clear, commercial and technically accurate advice to clients
• Keeping clients updated on legal and regulatory developments
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex and high-value pensions matters
• Maintaining strong client relationships through regular contact
• Participating in training, knowledge sharing and internal development
• Supporting wider team initiatives and industry involvement where appropriate.

• Qualified Solicitor status or equivalent
• Ideally 3–6 years’ PQE
• Previous pensions law experience is essential
• Experience advising on pensions investments, governance and/or buy-ins and buy-outs would be highly beneficial
• Strong technical legal ability
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• A commercial, client-focused approach
• The ability to manage responsibility within a supportive team environment
• A proactive, motivated and collaborative attitude
• Genuine interest in developing a long-term career within pensions law.

Experience advising on pensions investments, governance and/or buy-ins and buy-outs would be highly beneficial.

• Benefits
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Flexible working options
• Excellent internal and external training opportunities
• Clear opportunities for professional development and progression