Pensions Lawyer

Vincere; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension plan with employer match up to

Life insurance

Income Protection Scheme

Travel loan

Employee care scheme

Gym membership

Cycle to Work

Discounts

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is seeking a Pensions Solicitor in Manchester to join a market-leading Employment, Pensions and Immigration team. You will support senior colleagues on a varied caseload and develop your expertise across private and public sector schemes.

The role combines advisory, transactional and documentation work with flexible hybrid working, a strong client base and clear path for progression. Requirements include England and Wales solicitor qualification and 1–6 years PQE.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales (1–6 years’ PQE in pensions law)
• Experience across advisory, transactional and documentation work
• Technically strong with clear and confident communication
• Able to work well in a team and on own initiative
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Genuine interest in developing a long-term career in pensions

Responsibilities

• Managing a mixed caseload of pensions matters
• Advising on a range of private and public sector pension schemes
• Drafting and reviewing pensions documentation and supporting transactional work
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Supporting innovation and product development initiatives within the team
• Contributing to business development, including attending events and supporting wider BD activity
• Working in line with client and internal service level expectations

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team player

Initiative

Pensions knowledge

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

Pensions Solicitor

Location: Manchester

Salary: £55,000 to £85,000 (depending on experience)

Experience: 1 to 6 years’ PQE

If you’re a Pensions Solicitor who enjoys advisory work, wants exposure to a broad mix of private and public sector schemes, and values being part of a genuinely supportive team, this is a strong opportunity to build your career in a market-leading practice.

Our client’s Employment, Pensions and Immigration team advises employers across the UK on the full range of pensions issues. You’ll support senior colleagues on a varied caseload, take ownership of matters as you grow, and contribute to business development activity in a way that feels natural and sustainable.

This role offers a mix of advisory, transactional and documentation work, with the chance to work closely with experienced colleagues and develop your technical confidence. You’ll be trusted to manage your time well, build relationships with clients, and deliver a high standard of service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a mixed caseload of pensions matters

• Advising on a range of private and public sector pension schemes

• Drafting and reviewing pensions documentation and supporting transactional work

• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and key stakeholders

• Supporting innovation and product development initiatives within the team

• Contributing to business development, including attending events and supporting wider BD activity

• Working in line with client and internal service level expectations

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

• 1 to 6 years’ PQE with experience in pensions law

• Experience across relevant advisory, transactional and documentation work

• Technically strong, with clear and confident communication

• Able to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative

• Strong time management and organisation, with a methodical approach

• Genuine interest in developing a long-term career in pensions

What’s On Offer

• 28 days holiday

• Flexibility and hybrid working (role dependent)

• Individual healthcare cover (option to add partner and children at your expense)

• Pension plan with employer match up to 4% in the first six months, and up to 6% thereafter

• Life insurance (4x salary)

• Income Protection Scheme (after 26 weeks’ incapacity)

• Travel loan scheme for annual passes

• Employee care scheme (confidential external 24-hour helpline)

• Discounted gym membership

• Dental scheme (employee-funded)

• Technology benefit scheme (spread cost over 12 months)

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Offers and discounts (national and office-specific)

Working Arrangements

This role is based in Manchester, with flexibility and hybrid working available depending on the requirements of the role.