Pinsent Masons hires leading pensions partner Susie Daykin in London

Susie’s arrival follows that of Dan Naylor’s in September, with the duo joining from Travers Smith where Susie was head of pensions.

Susie advises on all aspects of pension law, with a particular focus on trustee advisory and pensions risk transfer work. Throughout her career, she has been involved in many high-profile matters and has advised some of the UK’s largest pension schemes. 

Head of Pinsent Masons’ Pensions & Long-Term Savings, Stephen Scholefield, said the hire, which reunites Susie and Dan, was a significant strategic move by the firm.

“Susie is a recognised industry leader and will bring great expertise to the pensions team. She and Dan will play a key role in taking our pensions proposition to the next level and providing support to large clients and complex mandates.”

They follow recent partner hires in the pensions team in the last year, with Anna Taylor in London and Ian Mylrea in Manchester.

Commenting on her appointment, Susie added: “It’s a really exciting time to be joining Pinsent Masons’ highly regarded pensions team and to contribute to its further growth. I look forward to using my experience to help clients navigate the rapidly evolving regulatory and legislative landscape and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.”