Corporate Lawyer

Location: Manchester (Hybrid & Flexible Working)
Sector: Corporate M&A, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Tech & Media
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