Pensions Associate - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading salary

Strong benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Pensions Associate in Bristol. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a national pensions practice praised for its expertise. You'll have exposure to varied pensions work, including defined benefit and contribution schemes. Notable benefits include a market-leading salary and strong professional development support. If you are a qualified solicitor in England or Scotland with experience in pensions, this could be an excellent step in your career.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pensions advisory work and transactions.
• Qualified solicitor under SRA or Law Society of Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on pensions schemes and transactions.
• Collaborate with a team of pensions specialists.

Skills

Experience advising on pensions transactions

Experience with contentious matters

Education

Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales or Scotland

Job description

Pensions Associate - Bristol

This Top 50 vibrant and forward thinking firm now has an exciting opening for a Pensions Associate ready to take the next step in their career. With a nationally recognised pensions practice which is one of the largest in the UK, this is a team consistently praised for its depth of expertise, technical strength and ability to handle schemes of every size.

You’ll be joining a substantial and highly respected group of pensions specialists working across both contentious and non‑contentious matters. The team advises more than 750 trustee and employer clients across the public and private sectors, including major global brands, well known UK institutions and leading universities. Expect exposure to high quality work spanning defined benefit, defined contribution and hybrid schemes, as well as involvement in innovative tools and training designed to help clients navigate an evolving regulatory landscape.

This is a standout opportunity to bring your experience to a team where you can make an immediate impact. You’ll work alongside impressive lawyers who value collaboration, knowledge sharing and a genuinely supportive culture.

The firm holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation and has been voted ‘Firm of the Year to Work For’, reflecting its commitment to professional development, wellbeing and long‑term career progression. For the right person, the potential here is significant.

You will need:

• Experience advising on pensions transactions, advisory work and contentious matters
• Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales or Scotland (SRA or Law Society of Scotland)

This role comes with a market leading salary, strong benefits package and clear scope for progression within a leading team.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*