Pensions Litigator

Accutrainee Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Pensions Litigation Lawyer for an initial 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented litigator to join a respected team and gain hands-on experience across a range of complex pensions and trust disputes. You will support litigation work while also assisting partners on non-contentious matters. The role offers hybrid working, allowing flexibility while ensuring collaboration within the team. If you're proactive, organized, and ready to take on a challenging role, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ post-qualification experience preferred.
• Background in trust, pensions, or financial services litigation highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support litigation work on pensions and trust disputes.
• Assist partners on non-contentious matters as required.

Skills

Pensions Litigation

Trust Litigation

Financial Services Litigation

Organisational Skills

Proactive Attitude

Education

UK-qualified Lawyer

Foreign-qualified Lawyer (Australia, New Zealand)

Job description

We are working with a leading pensions law firm to recruit a qualified Pensions Litigation Lawyer for an initial 6-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented litigator to join a respected team and gain hands-on experience across a range of complex pensions and trust disputes.

About the Role

Reporting to a senior partner specialising in contentious pensions matters, you’ll support litigation work andmay also be required toassist partners on non-contentious matters.

Key Requirements

• 1+ years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) preferred, though flexibility is available for the right candidate.
• UK-qualified or foreign-qualified (e.g., Australia, New Zealand) welcome to apply.
• Background in trust, pensions, or financial services litigation highly desirable.
• Must be proactive, organised, responsive, and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Should show a degree of commitment and stability across roles, though we appreciate the nature of contract work.

Location & Working Pattern

• Role can be based in London or Leeds.
• Hybrid working available; however, the team typically works in the office a minimum of 3 days perweek. (Leeds office tends to be in-person most days.)
• Hybrid working requests for specific circumstances can be considered.

Remuneration

• Competitive day rate or salary range offered based on experience and location.

Pensions Litigation Lawyer (1–3 PQE)
Location: London or Leeds (Hybrid working, minimum 60% office-based)
Start Date: April/May 2025
Duration: 6-month contract (potential to extend or convert to permanent)