Head of Employment - Manchester

Are you looking for the opportunity to lead and expand an Employment offering within a modern, ambitious Manchester law firm? Sacco Mann is pleased to be working on behalf of an innovative and fast-growing commercial law firm in Manchester in the search for a Head of Employment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Partner or Senior Employment Solicitor to join a firm with strong momentum, a progressive culture, and genuine scope to shape and develop the department.

 

The Role

This position will see you take a leading role in the continued growth of the Employment team, working closely with the wider leadership group to develop both the offering and client base. You’ll combine technical expertise with a commercial and strategic mindset, while mentoring and supporting a talented team around you.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Employment team, driving its continued expansion
• Play an active role in business development and networking initiatives
• Build and strengthen long-term client relationships across a broad commercial client base
• Advise on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Contribute to the wider strategic direction and growth plans of the firm
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers, encouraging progression and development

 

About You

• Senior Employment Solicitor operating at Legal Director / Partner level
• Strong background in leadership, team development, and client management
• Commercially minded with proven business development capability
• Experienced across a broad spectrum of employment law matters
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative leadership style
• Based in Manchester or open to commuting into the city centre

 

What’s on Offer

• Competitive senior-level salary and bonus structure
• Opportunity to shape and grow a department with real autonomy
• Entrepreneurial, forward-thinking working environment
• High-quality work and an established commercial client base
• Clear long-term progression prospects and leadership influence
• Comprehensive benefits package

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Employment lawyer seeking a genuine leadership role within a dynamic and growing commercial firm. The position offers the chance to make a real impact, influence the future direction of the department, and join a business with exciting long-term growth plans.