Pensions Solicitor (Head of Department) in Birmingham

Pensions Solicitor (Head of Department) in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time 80000 - 100000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Executive Network Legal Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and develop a thriving pensions practice while advising diverse clients.
  • Company: A leading national law firm with a collaborative culture and impressive client portfolio.
  • Benefits: Highly competitive salary, excellent benefits, flexible working arrangements, and career development support.
  • Other info: Exceptional platform for career progression within a supportive and dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of a well-established practice and mentor the next generation of lawyers.
  • Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with extensive pensions experience and strong commercial awareness.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 Β£ per year.

A leading national law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Pensions Solicitor to head up its Birmingham pensions practice. This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious senior lawyer seeking the autonomy to shape and grow a well-established offering while working alongside nationally recognised specialists across the wider business.

THE ROLE:

This is a strategic appointment for a senior pensions lawyer with the expertise and commercial acumen to lead and develop a thriving practice. Advising a diverse client base that includes employers, trustees, public sector organisations and corporate clients, you will handle a broad range of pensions matters including scheme governance, benefit redesign, regulatory compliance, corporate transactions, de-risking exercises and complex advisory work.

Working closely with colleagues across corporate, employment, banking and real estate, you will play a key role in developing client relationships, winning new work and mentoring the next generation of pensions lawyers. The position offers genuine influence over the future direction of the team and the opportunity to contribute to the firm's wider national pensions strategy.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are sought from qualified Solicitors with extensive pensions experience gained within a recognised regional, national or international law firm. You will possess strong technical expertise, excellent commercial awareness and a proven track record of delivering pragmatic advice to a broad client base. Previous experience of leading teams, developing client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives will be highly advantageous.

Whether you are already leading a pensions practice or are an ambitious Legal Director or Partner looking for the next step in your career, this role offers an exceptional platform within a firm renowned for investing in its people and supporting long-term career progression.

THE FIRM:

This highly regarded national law firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering commercially focused legal advice to clients across the UK. With a collaborative culture, impressive client portfolio and continued investment in its Birmingham office, the firm offers high-quality work, flexible working arrangements and a genuine commitment to supporting career development.

Executive Network Legal Limited

Contact Details:

Executive Network Legal Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Pensions Solicitor (Head of Department) in Birmingham

Pensions Law Expertise
Commercial Acumen
Client Relationship Management
Team Leadership
Business Development
Regulatory Compliance
Scheme Governance