Pensions Lawyer - De-Risking and Bulk Annuity Specialist

IPS LLP; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London seeks solicitors specializing in pensions law, particularly for bulk annuity transactions and defined benefit pension schemes. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of PQE and experience in a notable City firm. Competitive remuneration offered with a full-time permanent contract.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years PQE, ideally focusing on bulk annuity transactions.
• Experience in a noted City firm handling defined benefit pension schemes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Focus primarily on bulk annuity transactions.
• Engage in de-risking defined benefit pension schemes.
• Provide advisory and transactional support.

Skills

Pension regulation knowledge

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Location

England, London, City of London

Closing date

27 Oct 2025

Reference

142502

Vacancy Type

Solicitors, Private Practice

Experience Level

Mid Level, Senior Level

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full Time

Practice Areas

Pensions

PQE

4-6 Years, 7+ Years

Job Details

Outstanding opportunity to join the highly rated Pensions practice of this substantial global firm in a role focusing primarily on bulk annuity transactions and the de-risking of defined benefit pension schemes as part of a broader portfolio of advisory and transactional work. The ideal candidate will be a minimum of 5 years PQE, but more experienced will be considered, with experienced gained in a noted City firm but in particular offering genuine expertise in the bulk annuity field. Remuneration will be very competitive, please apply in complete confidence.

Company

IPS Pensions Legal Recruitment is a specialist recruitment service focussing on placing pensions professionals in pensions lawyer jobs. We are the only recruitment company in the UK to offer this unique service solely for the benefit of Pensions Lawyers. We operate from our London office but recruit for pension lawyer jobs across the UK.

Our clients include all the major City law firms, national and provincial law firms throughout the UK, leading benefit consultancies, life offices, asset managers, occupational schemes and regulatory bodies. We recruit for various pensions lawyer job roles from Newly Qualified Lawyers up to full Partner and Head of Department levels. We also cover the temporary and contract market and are active on behalf of Pensions Lawyers seeking part time appointments.