Pensions Associate - Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment : Job Details

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

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 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

Why Apply?

• 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

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