Legal Counsel – Moving in House (Pensions)

jobs Verified: 12 Oct 2026 Glasgow or Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Legal Counsel – Moving in House (Pensions)

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Glasgow or Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Lawyer with pensions experience gained during a training contract, in private practice, or within a financial services organization. Sound legal judgment and willingness to learn.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

An established professional services organization via Frost Legal is seeking a lawyer with pensions experience to join its in-house legal team as Legal Counsel with flexible working options in Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Pensions knowledge gained through a training contract, private practice, or financial services organization.
• Sound legal judgment and a willingness to learn.
• Previous dispute resolution experience is not mandatory; development support is provided.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Act as a trusted internal adviser helping colleagues understand and resolve legal issues.
• Provide practical advice on disputes and potential disputes.
• Investigate issues and recommend actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with business and client teams to manage legal risk.
• Draft legal documents and coordinate with external lawyers when necessary.
• Support complaints involving the Pensions Ombudsman and Financial Ombudsman Service.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Work Mode: Flexible working (Glasgow or Edinburgh, UK)

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