Pensions Associate / Senior Associate (4+ PQE)

Vasto Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm based in London is seeking a Senior Associate for its Pensions practice. This role offers £190K-£240K, with direct Partner exposure and leadership opportunities. Candidates should have 4-8 years PQE and experience in UK and cross-border pensions law. The firm is known for its high-quality work and commitment to career development. Interested candidates can reach out via email for a confidential discussion.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in pensions law.
• Experience advising on UK and cross-border pensions work.
• Strong technical knowledge of pensions governance and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on scheme advisory and corporate support for major transactions.
• Lead on complex de-risking and buy-outs.
• Develop deep client relationships within a high-calibre team.

Job description

Pensions Associate / Senior Associate (4–8 PQE) – International Law Firm, London

An elite international law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its leading Pensions practice in London.

The team advises on the full spectrum of UK and cross-border pensions work, including scheme advisory, corporate support on major transactions, complex de-risking and buy-outs, funding negotiations, governance matters, regulatory issues and contentious pensions mandates. The group is known for handling some of the market’s most sophisticated and high-profile instructions, working with major corporates, financial institutions, trustees and sponsors.

This role offers the chance to work closely with senior Partners, take a leading role on complex matters and develop deep client relationships within a high-calibre, well-resourced team. The practice combines technical excellence with a supportive culture and offers compensation in line with leading global firms.

What’s on offer:

• £190K-£240K
• Direct Partner exposure and genuine leadership opportunities
• Hands-on involvement in high-value, cutting-edge pensions matters
• Collaborative, well-balanced team environment
• Strong long-term career development and progression

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most respected pensions teams in the City, offering exceptional work quality within a genuinely supportive and forward-thinking practice.

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