Pensions Lawyers (Associate - 1-3 PQE)

Your new firm
Our client is a highly respected UK law firm with a strong reputation for providing strategic, commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of practice areas. The firm's specialist Pensions team advises a diverse client base of trustees, employers and pension scheme providers on all aspects of pensions law, delivering practical solutions to complex legal and regulatory challenges. The team is recognised for its technical expertise and collaborative approach, supporting clients on scheme governance, regulatory compliance, risk management and pensions issues arising from corporate transactions.

Your new role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Pensions Associate to join a highly regarded team in Guildford. You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of pensions and life assurance matters, including advisory, transactional and regulatory work.Your responsibilities will include advising trustee and employer clients on day-to-day pension scheme and life assurance scheme matters, including governance, benefit structures and regulatory compliance. You will support the pensions aspects of corporate transactions, conducting due diligence and assisting with drafting pensions-related documentation. You will also be involved in drafting and reviewing scheme documentation, member communications and legal advice notes, as well as undertaking legal research on developments in pensions law and regulatory changes. Alongside your technical work, you will have direct client contact, participate in client meetings and contribute to delivering practical, commercially focused solutions. You will also support business development initiatives, including assisting with pitches, events and thought leadership activities.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with approximately 1-3 years' post-qualification experience and some exposure to pensions law, either through a specialist pensions practice or broader advisory work.You will possess excellent technical, analytical and drafting skills, together with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. A genuine interest in pensions law and a commitment to developing expertise within this specialist area will be important.You will be commercially minded, proactive and organised in your approach, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with both colleagues and clients. The successful candidate will enjoy working collaboratively, demonstrate enthusiasm to learn and be committed to delivering high-quality client service.

What you'll get in return
You will join a highly regarded specialist Pensions team offering access to high-quality work, excellent client exposure and strong opportunities for professional development and career progression. The firm is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment where individuals are encouraged to develop and thrive. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, the firm operates a flexible hybrid working model, allowing employees to work remotely for at least 50% of their time. A range of flexible working arrangements are also available, reflecting the firm's commitment to supporting individual needs and promoting a positive work-life balance.

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.

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