Senior Legal Counsel

Our client, an award-winning provider of workplace pensions, is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor to advance their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Position Overview
The Senior Legal Counsel will play a crucial role in supporting the General Counsel by designing, embedding, and monitoring robust legal frameworks across the organisation, while providing expert legal advice and support to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
Responsibilities
Support the General Counsel in managing legal functions
Draft and approve legal documentation to minimise risks
Provide legal counsel and technical support to colleagues
Develop and deliver legal training to the business
Establish relationships with external legal advisors
Advise on legal and regulatory changes
Advise on occupational pension schemes legal issues
Requirements
Qualified solicitor with 3+ years' post-qualification experience
Experience advising on defined benefit pension scheme documentation
Experience in dispute resolution and pension investments
Knowledge of defined contribution pension schemes
Commercial acumen and understanding of legal/regulatory environment
Benefits
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