In-House Pensions Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pension provider is seeking an In-House Pensions Solicitor on a fixed-term contract in Leeds. This role involves providing expert legal advice on pension schemes, managing legal risks, and supporting colleagues on compliance and investments, all within a values-driven organization that offers hybrid working flexibility.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Comprehensive benefits

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Solicitor (or equivalent) with 2+ years PQE.
• Experienced in drafting and advising on defined benefit pension schemes.
• Skilled in dispute resolution relating to schemes.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and mitigating legal risk across DB/DC schemes.
• Drafting and approving scheme docs, commercial agreements.
• Providing legal counsel and compliance assurance.

Skills

Legal risk management

Drafting scheme documents

Dispute resolution

Pension investments

Education

Solicitor (or equivalent) with 2+ years PQE

Job description

We're hiring an In‑House Pensions Solicitor for a fixed‑term contract in Leeds to provide expert legal advice on DB and DC schemes, disputes, scheme changes, and compliance.

Client Details

This award‑winning pension provider has been helping UK employers and trustees for over 80 years, managing over £10b assets. This not‑for‑profit specialist brings scale, innovation, and real mission-driven impact.

You'll join a customer‑focused, inclusive culture that values professional growth, responsible investment, and making pension schemes perform better.

Description

The In‑House Pensions Solicitor will be:

• Identifying and mitigating legal risk across DB/DC schemes
• Drafting and approving scheme docs, commercial agreements, policy and procedures
• Supporting colleagues on scheme design changes, disputes, and investments
• Providing legal counsel, second‑line compliance assurance
• Developing and delivering legal training for colleagues
• Managing relationships with external legal advisors
• Advising on legal/regulatory changes and governance issues

Profile

The In‑House Pensions Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor (or equivalent) with 2+ years PQE
• Experienced in drafting and advising on defined benefit pension schemes
• Skilled in dispute resolution relating to schemes
• Familiar with pension investments and defined contribution arrangements

Job Offer

A competitive salary and a meaningful fixed‑term contract. Join a well‑resourced legal team in a nationally respected pension house. Hybrid working flexibility, comprehensive benefits, and excellent career development opportunities.

Engage directly with trustees, experts, and cross-functional teams inside a values‑driven, inclusive, and award‑winning organisation.

If you're an experienced Pensions Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.