Pensions Associate

AJ Chambers ®; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Chambers, a top-tier law firm, is seeking a Pensions Associate to join its London team. You will support partners across advisory, transactional, and regulatory pensions matters and work on high-quality matters in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidate is a solicitor in England & Wales with up to 3 years PQE, strong drafting and communication skills, and a genuine interest in pensions law. The role offers progression opportunities and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with up to 3 years PQE.
• Strong drafting and communication skills.
• Interest in pensions law and professional development.
• Collaborative team player aligned with the firm’s values.

Responsibilities

• Supporting partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of pensions and life assurance matters, including advisory, transactional and regulatory work.
• Advising trustee and employer clients on day-to-day pension and life assurance scheme matters, including governance, benefit structures and regulatory compliance.
• Assisting with pensions aspects of corporate transactions, including due diligence, risk assessment and drafting pensions-related documentation.
• Drafting and reviewing scheme documentation, member communications and legal advice notes.
• Conducting legal research and monitoring developments in pensions legislation, case law and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in client meetings and contributing to the delivery of practical, commercially focused and client-centric solutions.
• Supporting business development initiatives, including preparing pitches, client materials and contributing to thought leadership.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

AJ Chambers are working with a top-tier law firm renowned for its excellent culture, strong career development opportunities, and commitment to its people. They are looking for a Pensions Associate to join its growing team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for join a excellent pensions team to join a highly regarded team, work on high-quality matters, and benefit from genuine opportunities for progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of pensions and life assurance matters, including advisory, transactional and regulatory work.
• Advising trustee and employer clients on day-to-day pension and life assurance scheme matters, including governance, benefit structures and regulatory compliance.
• Assisting with pensions aspects of corporate transactions, including due diligence, risk assessment and drafting pensions-related documentation.
• Drafting and reviewing scheme documentation, member communications and legal advice notes.
• Conducting legal research and monitoring developments in pensions legislation, case law and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in client meetings and contributing to the delivery of practical, commercially focused and client-centric solutions.
• Supporting business development initiatives, including preparing pitches, client materials and contributing to thought leadership.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with up to 3 year's PQE
• Strong technical and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues and clients
• Commitment to professional development and a genuine interest in pensions law
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn within a specialist area of law
• Collaborative team player aligned with the firm’s values