Corporate Lawyer | 4-8 Years PQE | Manchester | Top-Tier Firm | Tier 1 Legal 500 | Band 1 Chambers & Partners |
Be part of something new — with the backing of the best.
An exciting opportunity to join the newly established Manchester arm of a nationally renowned corporate team, consistently ranked Tier 1 by Legal 500 and Band 1 by Chambers & Partners. This is your chance to help shape a growing Northern presence—while working alongside a team with a proven track record of excellence in corporate M&A, especially mid-sized transactions.
The Opportunity:
Join a forward-thinking, high-performing team that’s nationally respected for its innovative approach—particularly in the tech, media, and entertainment sectors. The firm’s expanding venture capital and private equity practice offers exposure to cutting-edge startups, founders, and investors across tech, healthcare, and financial services.
In Manchester, you’ll be part of a small but growing team with access to high-quality work, autonomy on transactions, and a strong support network. It’s the best of both worlds: an exciting build-out phase in a new market with the full support and credibility of an established national brand.
Work Includes:
- Mergers & Acquisitions (UK and cross-border)
- Corporate Finance (VC & PE)
- Joint Ventures
- IPOs & Secondary Listings
- General Corporate Advisory
You’ll Need:
- 4–8 years' post-qualification experience in corporate law
- Practical experience in several of the following:
- VC and/or PE investment transactions
- M&A
- Drafting and negotiating SPAs
- Due diligence and disclosure
- General corporate advice
- International deals
You’ll Be:
- A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment
- Comfortable running your own deals, with senior support as needed
- Keen to help shape the Manchester team’s culture and client base
- Motivated to build relationships internally and externally
Why This Role?
- Join a national success story at the ground level in Manchester
- Play a key role in building a new presence with access to top-tier work
- Supportive, forward-thinking firm that values creativity and work-life balance
- Hybrid and flexible working built in from day one
- A career-defining move outside the usual corporate crowd
Ready to grow with something new? Get in touch with Rachael Mann at Sacco Mann for a confidential conversation on 0113 2477111 or e-mail her at Rachael.Mann@SaccoMann.com