NQ Pensions Solicitor

Job Description

NQ Pensions Solicitor – Edinburgh

A leading UK law firm is looking to appoint an NQ solicitor to join its highly regarded Pensions team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Solicitor qualifying this year, or a Recently Qualified Solicitor, to build a long-term career within a specialist practice recognised for its technical expertise, high-quality client base and supportive approach to development.

The Opportunity

Joining a well-established national team, the successful candidate will work alongside experienced pensions specialists advising employers, trustees and pension providers on a broad range of matters, including:

• Defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes
• Scheme governance and regulatory compliance
• Corporate transactions with pensions implications
• Risk transfer projects, including buy-ins and buy-outs
• Potentially contentious pensions issues and dispute resolution
• Day to day advisory support for a diverse client portfolio

This role offers exceptional exposure to complex and varied work from the outset, alongside structured training and mentoring from recognised specialists in the field.

About You

This opportunity would suit:

• A Trainee Solicitor due to qualify in 2026 or a Recently Qualified Solicitor
• Candidates with pensions seat experience or a genuine interest in developing a career in pensions law
• Individuals with a strong academic record and excellent attention to detail
• Strong communicators who enjoy building client relationships
• Well organised team players with a proactive and collaborative approach

Why Apply?

• Join a market leading specialist team with an outstanding reputation
• Work on high quality, complex pensions matters
• Benefit from excellent training, supervision and career development
• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Private medical insurance and enhanced family friendly benefits
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

This is a rare opportunity to establish yourself within one of the UK’s strongest pensions practices and develop expertise in a technically challenging and increasingly important area of law.