Associate Solicitor – Pensions | 1–3 years' PQE | Hybrid
Are you a Pensions Solicitor looking for your next career move with a highly regarded specialist team?
A leading UK law firm is looking to recruit an ambitious 1–3 years' PQE Pensions Associate to join its established and highly regarded Pensions team in Guildford.
This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with experience in pensions law to work on a varied and high-quality caseload, advising a broad client base of trustees, employers and pension scheme providers.
You will join a supportive and collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, gain valuable client exposure and take on increasing responsibility as your career progresses.
The Opportunity
You will work alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of pensions and life assurance matters, including:
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Advising trustees and employers on day-to-day pension and life assurance scheme matters
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Providing advice on scheme governance, benefit structures and regulatory compliance
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Supporting pensions aspects of corporate transactions, including due diligence and drafting
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Drafting and reviewing scheme documentation, member communications and legal advice
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Undertaking legal research and advising on developments in pensions legislation and regulation
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Attending client meetings and helping to deliver practical, commercially focused solutions
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Contributing to business development, pitches and thought leadership initiatives
About You
We are looking for a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 1–3 years' PQE and experience or exposure to pensions law.
You will ideally demonstrate:
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Strong technical and analytical legal skills
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Excellent drafting and communication skills
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Strong attention to detail
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Commercial awareness and an understanding of client objectives
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Excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities
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A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships
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A genuine interest in pensions and a desire to develop within this specialist area
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-regarded Pensions team offering high-quality work, strong client exposure and a supportive environment in which to develop your career.
The firm operates a hybrid working policy, with employees able to work from home or another UK location for at least 50% of their time. Other flexible working arrangements can also be considered.
Interested?
If you are a 1–3 years' PQE Pensions Solicitor looking for a new opportunity in Guildford with a highly regarded team, please contact us.
Absolute Law Recruitment are acting as a recruitment firm for this position
