Public Procurement And State Aid Lawyer

Description:

Pinsent Masons LLP, a top-tier global law firm recognized for legal innovation and sector leadership, is seeking an experienced Public Procurement and State Aid Lawyer to join its Competition, EU and Trade (CEUT) group. This position is available in Birmingham or any of its UK offices and offers a hybrid working model.

This is a unique opportunity to work on nationally significant matters involving public procurement, subsidy control, and state aid – particularly relevant following Brexit and the evolving UK regulatory landscape. You will collaborate with a prestigious team of over 30 legal experts across the UK, Germany, Ireland, South Africa, and Hong Kong under the leadership of Dr. Totis Kotsonis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise public sector bodies and private clients on compliance with UK procurement laws including the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Procurement Act 2023, and where applicable, Scottish Regulations

• Provide legal guidance on UK subsidy control regimes and EU State aid frameworks, contributing to advisory memos, challenges, or litigation

• Handle contentious and non-contentious matters, including procurement challenges, high court litigation, and subsidy disputes

• Support clients with implications of Trade and Cooperation Agreements and other post-Brexit trade frameworks

• Contribute to internal thought leadership and business development strategies for expanding the CEUT group’s presence in the UK and Europe

• Assist clients in high-value government tenders, appeals, judicial reviews, and regulatory submissions

Desired Candidate Profile:

• UK-qualified lawyer with 3–5 years PQE, particularly in public procurement and/or EU law

• Skilled in advising on complex legal frameworks with a pragmatic, risk-managed approach

• Demonstrated legal drafting, advocacy, and communication capabilities

• Strong academic background with client-facing professionalism and organisational strength

• Interest in innovation, legal technology, and business development initiatives

• A team player eager to work in cross-border and interdisciplinary legal environments

Highlighted Projects of the CEUT Group Include:

• Advising the Ministry of Justice on multi-billion pound prison operation procurements

• Representing clients in procurement disputes in the High Court

• Supporting Wincanton Holdings in a £4.4bn procurement challenge

• Advising E.ON UK on judicial review concerning major government energy subsidies

• Handling trade remedy disputes and applications to revoke countervailing duties

• Legal guidance on implications of the Northern Ireland Protocol and international trade agreements

Why Join Pinsent Masons?

• Work with a market-leading international law firm with over 3,800 employees across 28 global offices

• Be part of a globally respected legal group recognized for its commitment to diversity, family-friendly practices, and innovation

• Benefit from award-winning development opportunities, including work on groundbreaking projects in energy, infrastructure, and government sectors

• Flexible working arrangements with focus on inclusion, well-being, and equitable growth

Awards and Recognition:

• Most Innovative Law Firm in Europe – Financial Times, 2023

• Top 10 Family Friendly Employer – Working Families 2024

• Global Construction Firm of the Year – Lexology Index 2024

• Legal Advisor of the Year – Partnership Awards 2024

• Law Firm Leader of the Year – LexisNexis Women in Law Awards 2024