Full job descriptionYour new firm
Our client is a highly respected UK law firm with a strong reputation across a range of specialist practice areas and a recognised presence in the pensions market. Operating from multiple offices across the South, the team advises pension scheme trustees, employers, public sector organisations and corporates on a broad spectrum of pensions matters.Known for its collaborative and forward-thinking approach, the firm combines technical excellence with pragmatic, commercially focused advice, providing lawyers with the opportunity to build strong client relationships and develop their careers within a supportive and inclusive environment.
Your new role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Pensions Solicitor to join a highly regarded team in a Senior Associate or Managing Associate capacity. Working closely with market-leading practitioners, you will advise on a broad range of complex pensions matters for both trustee and employer clients.Your work will include providing strategic advice on scheme governance, benefit changes, liability management exercises, corporate transactions, regulatory compliance and pensions disputes. You will play a key role in managing client relationships, leading on matters, supervising junior lawyers where appropriate, and supporting wider business development initiatives.The role offers significant client exposure and the opportunity to work on high-quality, intellectually stimulating matters within a supportive and collaborative environment.
What you’ll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with strong pensions experience gained within a recognised pensions practice. You will possess excellent technical knowledge across a broad range of pensions matters and be confident delivering commercially focused advice to clients.You will have strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills, alongside the ability to manage complex matters independently and prioritise competing demands effectively. Experience supervising junior team members, developing client relationships and contributing to business development activities would be advantageous.You will be proactive, commercially aware and collaborative in your approach, with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service and contributing positively to team growth and success.
What you’ll get in return
You will join a market-leading team with access to high-quality work, excellent clients and genuine opportunities for career progression. The firm offers a supportive and inclusive culture, a strong commitment to professional development, and the opportunity to work alongside highly regarded specialists in the pensions field.In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, the firm provides flexible hybrid working arrangements, ongoing training and development, and a clear framework for long-term career advancement.
What you need to do now
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.If this role is not quite right but you are considering new opportunities, we would still be keen to hear from you.We would expect a lawyer with the given level of experience to have gained the skills required for this position. However, applications from candidates with more or less experience are encouraged and will be considered on their individual merits.





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