Robert Walters
Pensions NQ+

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Working with a Legal 500 Rated Firm
We're working with a Legal 500 rated firm with a highly regarded Pensions team in Birmingham. The successful Pensions NQ+ will join one of the largest and most respected pensions practices in the UK.
About the Team
The team advises an impressive client base that includes multinational corporations, pension scheme trustees, public sector organisations, universities, and financial institutions on some of the most complex and high-profile pensions matters in the market.
Who We're Looking For
We're particularly interested in speaking with NQ solicitors who can demonstrate a genuine interest in pensions law, even if they haven't undertaken a dedicated pensions seat during their training contract.
Perhaps you've enjoyed the technical aspects of Employment, Corporate, Banking, Litigation, or Commercial work. Maybe you've developed an interest in pensions through transactional work, regulatory matters, or academic study.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Whatever your background, if you're motivated by complex legal problem-solving and want to become a recognised specialist in a sophisticated area of law, we'd love to hear from you. This Pensions NQ+ role could be for you.
What You'll Need
- A strong academic background and excellent analytical skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to navigate complex legislation
- Natural curiosity and a desire to become a true subject matter expert
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- The confidence to build relationships with clients and colleagues alike
- A genuine interest in developing a career within pensions law
What You'll Gain
- Exposure to a wide variety of advisory, transactional, and regulatory pensions work
- Direct client contact from an early stage in your career
- Support, mentoring, and structured development from leading pensions specialists
- The opportunity to work with colleagues across the firm's international network
- A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture
- Clear progression opportunities within a market-leading practice


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This is an exceptional Pensions NQ+ opportunity for a bright and ambitious NQ who wants to join a genuinely specialist practice within a global law firm in Birmingham and build expertise in an area that remains in high demand.
Contact Us
Can you demonstrate a genuine interest in pensions law and the intellectual curiosity to master a complex and evolving area of practice? If so, get in touch: nisha.jassi@robertwalters.com
Desired Skills and Experience
- NQ Solicitor
- Stakeholder Management
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Commercial Awareness
- Legal Research
- Regulatory Advice
- Client Advisory
- Intellectual Curiosity
- Pensions Law
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