Head of Employment

Company: Sacco Mann Limited
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Job DescriptionAre 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.

Posted: June 4th, 2026