Pensions Associate
London – £140,000 - £160,000
A leading international law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its specialist pensions team in London. This is a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of corporate, advisory and contentious pensions matters for a high-profile client base, including major insurers, corporates, and public sector bodies.The role sits within the firm’s Employment, Pensions, and Incentives (EPI) group and focuses exclusively on pensions-related work, not blended with employment or remuneration matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising trustees, employers, and scheme administrators on scheme management and compliance
- Supporting corporate transactions involving pensions liabilities
- Advising on scheme reorganisations, wind-ups, funding issues, and risk management strategies
- Contributing to cross-practice pensions litigation and regulatory advice
- Drafting scheme documentation and amendments
- 1.5 –5 years’ PQE, with strong pensions experience from a City or respected regional firm
- Good academic background
- Clear commitment to private practice and an interest in working on technically complex matters
- Strong drafting skills and ability to provide commercially-minded advice
- Join a highly ranked pensions team working on market-leading matters
- Excellent client exposure and scope for progression
- Competitive base salary from £140,000 upwards, with flexible hybrid working
- Supportive, collaborative environment with genuine focus on career development
Dalton is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for over two years. He focuses on the American market, where his key duties include sourcing and placing top legal talent with leading firms and corporations, managing the job search process, and providing career guidance and market insights to candidates. Dalton stays informed of industry trends and developments to best serve both his clients and candidates. After earning his law degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, Dalton spent 9 months as a Legal Recruitment Consultant focusing on the Texas market before joining Douglas Scott. In his spare time, he enjoys going to the gym, exploring Manchester’s public houses and eateries, and watching Erik’s Mighty Reds on the weekend.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Pensions Law
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £140,000 - £160,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: London
- Reference: 1245455
