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Legal Director - Pensions

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TLT LLP

Sep 28

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified solicitor with 10+ years PQE, experienced in pensions, team supervision, strategic advice, and business development.
  • You will advise on pension schemes, liaise with clients, manage junior staff, collaborate with national teams, and engage in business development.

Requirements

  • A qualified solicitor (SRA or Law Society Registered) with 10 years+ PQE
  • Experience advising trustees and employers on all aspects of pensions
  • Experience supervising junior members within a team
  • A forward thinker, with excellent analytical, communication and organisational skills, you will be self-motivated with the ability to manage workloads and deadlines
  • Ability to confidently provide strategic advice to a variety of TLT clients
  • Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development
  • Commitment to developing the firm’s offering locally and nationally

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a varied workload, advising on all aspects of pension schemes, particularly employer and trustee advisory and governance, buy-ins and buy-outs and advising central government public sector clients
  • Work directly with trustees, employers, benefit consultancies and central government, both nationally and internationally to give pensions advice and establish your own relationship with the clients
  • Liaise closely with our partners nationwide, assisting with complex work and long term projects - 90% of the work is stand-alone pensions advice and 10% is working in partnership with other TLT national teams including litigation, financial services regulatory, corporate, employment, commercial, insolvency and social housing
  • Operate as a senior member of the team, managing and supervising junior members and supporting in the long term development and growth of the team
  • Participate in business development activities, nurturing both new and existing client relationships

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we operate a fully flexible working approach that includes hybrid working options.

What is the required level of experience for this position?

Applicants should have 10 years+ PQE as a qualified solicitor.

What type of clients will I be working with?

You will work with a broad portfolio of clients including FTSE companies, multinationals, UK corporates, central government, and trustees.

Is there an opportunity for part-time work?

Yes, the role can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis.

What are the main responsibilities of the Legal Director?

The main responsibilities include advising on all aspects of pension schemes, managing relationships with trustees and employers, supervising junior members, and participating in business development activities.

Is supervisory experience required?

Yes, experience supervising junior members within a team is essential.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees receive a competitive salary, annual pay review, access to private medical insurance, and 25 days of holiday, increasing to 30 days based on length of service.

How does TLT support diversity and inclusion?

TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Will there be opportunities for business development?

Yes, participation in business development activities and nurturing client relationships is a key part of the role.

What is the reputation of the TLT Pensions Team?

The TLT national Pensions Team is recognized in Tier 1 Legal 500 SW and Tier 3 in Manchester and London for Pensions Litigation, with several members recognized in Chambers & Partners.

For what comes next. UK Law Firm of the Year 2022

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Industry
1001-5000
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2000
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Mission & Purpose

We’re your business advisers as well as your lawyers, working in step with you to protect your interests today and progress your ambitions for tomorrow. With local, national and international reach, we draw on our diverse expertise to find solutions and look forward to create new opportunities. In an unpredictable world, your business adapts and evolves to succeed, and so do we. Bringing together our expertise with efficient processes and integrated technology, we’ll anticipate change to keep you ahead of your challenges. Our approach is for the long term, in our relationships and in the sustainability of our actions, and we’ll work with you to put people and planet at the forefront. Your success is our responsibility. No half measures, part of your team and with you every step of the way. Winners of UK Law Firm of the Year, British Legal Awards 2022.