Associate – Pensions – Bristol – Hybrid

Overview

In this role you join a leading national pensions practice in Bristol to handle high-profile, non-contentious pensions work. You will work across a collaborative team, gaining early client exposure and responsibilities that shape strategy in pensions governance, funding, and transactions. The role blends technical pensions knowledge with business development and client relationship growth in a flexible, career-focused environment. You will contribute to complex regulatory matters and scheme restructures while advancing your professional development.

Pay / Benefits

• Structured career progression
• Tailored training
• Flexible working environment

Responsibilities

• Advise on risk reduction, funding strategies, and scheme governance
• Support transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings
• Handle regulatory issues, PPF cases, and scheme restructures
• Contribute to business development and client growth initiatives

Key requirements

• Ambitious lawyer with strong non-contentious pensions experience
• Experience in a reputable practice
• Knowledge of pensions governance, regulatory matters, and restructurings

• Client relationship skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Proactive communication
• Non-contentious pensions expertise
• Pensions regulatory knowledge
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions in pensions

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