Pensions Lawyer

Pensions Lawyer | 2+ PQE | Leading International Firm | Birmingham

BCL Legal is delighted to be assisting Pinsent Masons, a leading international law firm with a highly regarded pensions practice, in its search for a Pensions Lawyer to join the team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer with experience in pensions law to work on a broad range of high‑quality and innovative matters within a supportive and inclusive team.

Pinsent Masons' pensions team is nationally recognised and one of the largest of its kind in the UK. The team advises an enviable client base, including PLCs, trustees of major schemes, insurers, and pension providers. Known for its expertise across both traditional pensions matters and cutting‑edge areas such as DC schemes, master trusts, and pension fund investment in infrastructure, the team offers truly varied and future‑facing work.

With a strong collaborative culture, a balance of juniors and senior lawyers, and a reputation for being both technically excellent and approachable, this is a team where lawyers can thrive and develop their careers with clear progression opportunities.

Working closely with partners and senior lawyers, the successful candidate will:

• Advise both trustees and corporate sponsors on a wide range of pensions issues
• Support clients on scheme governance, funding, compliance, and restructuring
• Contribute to high‑profile projects, including DC work and infrastructure investment
• Work with insurers, providers, and other major industry players on cutting‑edge matters
• Engage in client relationship management and business development initiatives
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm's international network on cross‑border projects

You will have the opportunity to take on responsibility, gain direct client exposure, and be part of a team leading the way in pensions innovation.

You will be a qualified solicitor with:

• 2+ years' PQE in pensions law (or equivalent relevant experience)
• Experience advising trustees, corporates, or insurers on pensions matters
• Strong technical and drafting skills with an eye for detail
• A commercial, client‑focused approach
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A genuine interest in pensions law and enthusiasm for developing your expertise in this field

• High‑quality, varied pensions work including both traditional and innovative matters
• Supportive and inclusive team with a strong mentoring culture
• Clear career progression within one of the UK's leading pensions practices
• Hybrid working policy and agile IT systems enabling real flexibility
• Opportunity to work in Birmingham with easy access to London and the wider Midlands lifestyle benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• 25 days' annual leave (plus the option to buy more)
• Private medical insurance and health assessments
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance and income protection
• Employee wellbeing support, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and an award‑winning culture

If you're a pensions lawyer looking to take the next step in your career with a leading international firm, please submit your CV or get in touch with Donna Jones at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion.