Pensions Associate​/Senior Associate

Associate / Senior Associate – Pensions

Pensions, Employment Pensions & Immigration
* Any Office
* Permanent

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced pensions solicitor to join their pensions team within the Employment, Pensions and Immigration National Service Line (NSL). This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a successful and expanding team, to take a key role on client matters, and to support the development of junior colleagues.

• Undertake a broad mix of pensions work, supporting trustee, employer, and public-sector pensions clients.
• Advise a wide range of corporate and commercial clients, including those operating defined benefit schemes across sectors such as education, media, healthcare and charities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across banking, commercial, corporate and employment teams.
• Support two partners, a Principal Associate, and an Associate, while also working alongside and mentoring junior lawyers.

• 3-6 years’ post-qualification experience within a reputable firm with a strong pensions practice.
• Strong technical and legal knowledge of pensions law.
• Ability to deliver high-quality, commercially focused advice.
• Strong client relationship skills and commitment to exceptional client service.
• Proven involvement in business development.
• Experience in bulk annuity transactions, public-sector pensions (employer or trustee side), corporate transaction support, and day‑to‑day scheme advisory work.

• Deliver outstanding service to internal and external clients to support retention and referrals.
• Understand clients’ legal, commercial and service needs.
• Provide training to clients and target clients.
• Supervise junior lawyers where appropriate.

The successful candidate will contribute actively to business development, including cross‑office travel when required.

They will join a team committed to developing talent, with a proven track record of supporting lawyers to progress in their careers.

• A pensions team spanning multiple sectors including commercial, health, higher education, sport and charities.
• Part of a cross‑office Employment, Pensions and Immigration NSL of 70+ lawyers, supported by dedicated professional support lawyers.
• Attendance at NSL training sessions and sector away days will form part of the role.

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits. Further details of core staff benefits are available on request.

All offers are subject to pre‑employment screening, which will include (but may not be limited to):

• Basic DBS check
• Right to work verification
• Address verification
• Any disciplinary history recorded with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
• A self‑declaration assessing character and suitability

Full details of the screening process are available on request.

Our client is a leading UK law firm focused on achieving more for its clients, their organisations and the wider communities they serve. They are recognised for their:

• Commitment to wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and continual learning
• Strong focus on sustainability and responsible business decisions
• Consistent, transparent approach to client service
• Deep sector and market expertise
• Use of technology and innovation to help clients achieve more with less effort

With over 1,250 people and more than 750 lawyers, the firm has a clear vision centred on excellence and collaboration.

They are ranked in the UK Top 50 law firms and place strong emphasis on supporting and developing their people. The firm has achieved numerous employer‑related accolades and is well‑known for its positive workplace culture.

The firm is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. They support flexible working and encourage colleagues to request any workplace adjustments that may help them perform at their best.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are core to the firm’s strategy, supported by five active staff networks and a range of initiatives.

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