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In-House Pensions Solicitor

Leeds Temporary View Job Description
We're hiring an In‑House Pensions Solicitor for a fixed‑term contract in Leeds to provide expert legal advice on DB and DC schemes, disputes, scheme changes, and compliance.
  • Impactful, in-house role at a not-for-profit
  • Immediate start available

About Our Client

This award‑winning pension provider has been helping UK employers and trustees for over 80 years, managing over £10b assets. This not‑for‑profit specialist brings scale, innovation, and real mission-driven impact.

You'll join a customer‑focused, inclusive culture that values professional growth, responsible investment, and making pension schemes perform better.

Job Description

The In‑House Pensions Solicitor will be:

  • Identifying and mitigating legal risk across DB/DC schemes
  • Drafting and approving scheme docs, commercial agreements, policy and procedures
  • Supporting colleagues on scheme design changes, disputes, and investments
  • Providing legal counsel, second‑line compliance assurance
  • Developing and delivering legal training for colleagues
  • Managing relationships with external legal advisors
  • Advising on legal/regulatory changes and governance issues

The Successful Applicant

The In‑House Pensions Solicitor should be:

  • A solicitor (or equivalent) with 2+ years PQE
  • Experienced in drafting and advising on defined benefit pension schemes
  • Skilled in dispute resolution relating to schemes
  • Familiar with pension investments and defined contribution arrangements

What's on Offer

A competitive salary and a meaningful fixed‑term contract. Join a well‑resourced legal team in a nationally respected pension house. Hybrid working flexibility, comprehensive benefits, and excellent career development opportunities.

Engage directly with trustees, experts, and cross-functional teams inside a values‑driven, inclusive, and award‑winning organisation.If you're an experienced Pensions Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Contact
Michael Bailey
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6767255
Phone number
+441132437739

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Michael Bailey
Consultant phone
+441132437739
Job reference
JN-062025-6767255