As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Our Team You'll join our highly regarded Corporate team in Manchester, working alongside Partner Adam Kaucher and as part of a wider National Corporate team with real momentum. We advise ambitious entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, private equity investors, management teams and international corporates on the key ownership, capital and growth decisions that shape their businesses, from investment and acquisition through to exit and succession planning. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded Legal Director to play a central role in the next phase of growth for our corporate practice in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer who wants high-quality transactional work, meaningful client responsibility and the chance to help shape a growing team. As a senior member of the team, you'll be involved in: Leading and managing significant corporate transactions from instruction through to completion. Advising on a broad range of corporate work, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, management buyouts, reorganisations, shareholder arrangements and strategic joint ventures. Acting for a diverse client base including private companies, entrepreneurs, management teams, private equity backed businesses, institutional investors and international organisations. Supporting partners on larger strategic matters while taking day-to-day responsibility for transaction delivery. Building and strengthening client relationships and helping to grow our presence across the Manchester market and wider North West region. Working closely with colleagues across Banking & Finance, Tax, Employment, Real Estate, Commercial and Regulatory to deliver joined-up advice. Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers, helping to build a strong and collaborative National Corporate team. Contributing to business development, thought leadership and networking across the corporate and private equity communities. Recent examples of the work undertaken by our Corporate team include: Advising Risk Capital Partners on its acquisition of leading restaurant brand Wahaca, supporting the business as it enters its next stage of growth and expansion. Advising Taoglas, a US-based international antenna and RF solutions provider, on its acquisition of UK technology business Sure Antennas, further demonstrating the strength of our international M&A capability. Advising the management team of Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel on its investment from BGF, supporting the award-winning adventure travel business as it secures investment to accelerate growth, international expansion and continued development of its customer offering. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with commercial judgment, confidence with clients and the ability to lead transactions effectively. You'll ideally have: Significant post-qualification experience gained within a recognised Corporate practice. Strong technical expertise across M&A and broader Corporate transactional work. Experience of leading transactions and supervising junior lawyers. The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. A genuine interest in business development and contributing to the continued growth of our Manchester and National Corporate practice. Strong communication, project management and stakeholder management skills. This role would suit an ambitious Senior Associate ready to step into a Legal Director position, or an established Legal Director looking for a broader platform and access to high-quality national work. At Irwin Mitchell, you'll be part of a National Corporate team with a strong market reputation undertaking high-quality domestic and international work. We offer a collaborative platform where senior lawyers can build client relationships, develop their profile and play an active role in shaping the future of the practice. If you're looking for a role that combines high-quality transactional work, real client responsibility, long term progression and the opportunity to help build a growing Corporate practice, we'd love to hear from you Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 28 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2026! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Our Team You'll join our highly regarded Corporate team in Manchester, working alongside Partner Adam Kaucher and as part of a wider National Corporate team with real momentum. We advise ambitious entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, private equity investors, management teams and international corporates on the key ownership, capital and growth decisions that shape their businesses, from investment and acquisition through to exit and succession planning. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded Legal Director to play a central role in the next phase of growth for our corporate practice in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer who wants high-quality transactional work, meaningful client responsibility and the chance to help shape a growing team. As a senior member of the team, you'll be involved in: Leading and managing significant corporate transactions from instruction through to completion. Advising on a broad range of corporate work, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, management buyouts, reorganisations, shareholder arrangements and strategic joint ventures. Acting for a diverse client base including private companies, entrepreneurs, management teams, private equity backed businesses, institutional investors and international organisations. Supporting partners on larger strategic matters while taking day-to-day responsibility for transaction delivery. Building and strengthening client relationships and helping to grow our presence across the Manchester market and wider North West region. Working closely with colleagues across Banking & Finance, Tax, Employment, Real Estate, Commercial and Regulatory to deliver joined-up advice. Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers, helping to build a strong and collaborative National Corporate team. Contributing to business development, thought leadership and networking across the corporate and private equity communities. Recent examples of the work undertaken by our Corporate team include: Advising Risk Capital Partners on its acquisition of leading restaurant brand Wahaca, supporting the business as it enters its next stage of growth and expansion. Advising Taoglas, a US-based international antenna and RF solutions provider, on its acquisition of UK technology business Sure Antennas, further demonstrating the strength of our international M&A capability. Advising the management team of Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel on its investment from BGF, supporting the award-winning adventure travel business as it secures investment to accelerate growth, international expansion and continued development of its customer offering. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with commercial judgment, confidence with clients and the ability to lead transactions effectively. You'll ideally have: Significant post-qualification experience gained within a recognised Corporate practice. Strong technical expertise across M&A and broader Corporate transactional work. Experience of leading transactions and supervising junior lawyers. The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. A genuine interest in business development and contributing to the continued growth of our Manchester and National Corporate practice. Strong communication, project management and stakeholder management skills. This role would suit an ambitious Senior Associate ready to step into a Legal Director position, or an established Legal Director looking for a broader platform and access to high-quality national work. At Irwin Mitchell, you'll be part of a National Corporate team with a strong market reputation undertaking high-quality domestic and international work. We offer a collaborative platform where senior lawyers can build client relationships, develop their profile and play an active role in shaping the future of the practice. If you're looking for a role that combines high-quality transactional work, real client responsibility, long term progression and the opportunity to help build a growing Corporate practice, we'd love to hear from you Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 28 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2026! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Irwin Mitchell LLP in Manchester is seeking a senior lawyer to lead high quality corporate transactions as part of a growing national practice. You will manage instructions through completion and advise on a broad range of corporate matters with a client facing focus. The role requires strong post qualification experience, broad M&A expertise, and the ability to supervise junior lawyers while developing client relationships across the Manchester market.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Irwin Mitchell LLP in Manchester is seeking a senior lawyer to lead high quality corporate transactions as part of a growing national practice. You will manage instructions through completion and advise on a broad range of corporate matters with a client facing focus. The role requires strong post qualification experience, broad M&A expertise, and the ability to supervise junior lawyers while developing client relationships across the Manchester market.
As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing 2 days per week office attendance mandatory. Training may require more office attendance up to 4 days per week First impressions count and our team has a key role in setting the high standard of service that our clients expect of Irwin Mitchell. As part of the team, you'll work with clients and colleagues to successfully onboard our clients. The Client Onboarding Department provides a centralised client and matter onboarding service to fee earners who are engaging clients with Irwin Mitchell. As a Client Onboarding Advisor, you'll set up client matters on Irwin Mitchell's systems, conduct basic client due diligence and conflict checks, and set up client documentation. You'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of colleagues within the Department and the legal services areas to work through any client due diligence or conflict flags that you may come across. Key Responsibilities: Client Setup: Using the firm's matter inception systems and information provided from fee earners, the Advisor is responsible for reviewing, gathering missing information where necessary and then processing essential client and matter information to ensure new clients and matters are opened in a timely and efficient manner. The role holder will engage with fee earners (at all levels) and clients to obtain information to enable the compliant onboarding of clients and their matters through our centralised processes and procedures. Client Documentation: The advisor ensures that all necessary documentation related to client onboarding is completed accurately and in a timely manner. This will involve preparing draft letters of engagement, terms and conditions, and other relevant documents depending on the matter type, adding these to the client file in readiness for the fee earner to check. Client Due Diligence: Conducting simple client due diligence checks on clients and/or their matters in line with established internal policies and procedures and using E-IDV and CDD software. Identifying any potential risks associated with the client. Responsible for developing and maintaining a good understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements for financial crime prevention. Conflict Checks: The advisor will complete basic conflict checks via the 3e matter inception systems ensuring that analysis is clearly documented and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Identifying any potential risks associated with the client, and where relevant escalating these promptly. Communication and Customer Focus: Effective communication and excellent customer service is vital in this role. The adviser liaises with internal stakeholders, such as partners, fee earners, and other support teams, to gather information and resolve any issues that may arise during the onboarding process. Continuous Improvement: Make recommendations to Team Leader on any improvements to processes and/or procedures, developing themes with colleagues that they may become aware of as part of the day to day to activities. About You Experience working in an administrative, customer service, onboarding or operational support environment. Experience processing information accurately and following established processes and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues to obtain information and resolve queries. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to agreed deadlines. Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and learning new systems. Understanding of client due diligence, conflict checking or financial crime prevention processes. Experience within a law firm, professional services or another regulated environment. Experience using case management, onboarding or workflow systems. Experience working with international clients or stakeholders. Our Approach to Reward and Wellbeing 25 days' holiday as standard, rising to 28 days depending on role level, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave. Opportunities to share in our success through annual pay and bonus review processes for eligible colleagues. Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health and Digital GP access. Competitive pension arrangements to help you plan for the future. Two paid volunteering days every year to support causes that matter to you. Access to a range of colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits to support you both inside and outside of work. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. In 2026, Irwin Mitchell was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work guide and was the only law firm included in the 'Very Big' organisation category Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Applying to Irwin Mitchell We want every candidate to have a positive, fair and transparent recruitment experience. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please speak to a member of our Recruitment & Onboarding team or contact Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly common part of modern working life. If you choose to use AI tools as part of your application or interview preparation, please review our AI in Recruitment Candidate Guidance As part of joining the Irwin Mitchell Group, all successful applicants are required to complete our employment screening process. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, and understand any criminal records or adverse financial history. Our onboarding processes are designed to help us maintain the high standards of trust, integrity and professionalism expected by our colleagues, to protect the interests of the Group, clients, partners and other stakeholders. Checks are conducted by trusted 3rd parties and the employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing 2 days per week office attendance mandatory. Training may require more office attendance up to 4 days per week First impressions count and our team has a key role in setting the high standard of service that our clients expect of Irwin Mitchell. As part of the team, you'll work with clients and colleagues to successfully onboard our clients. The Client Onboarding Department provides a centralised client and matter onboarding service to fee earners who are engaging clients with Irwin Mitchell. As a Client Onboarding Advisor, you'll set up client matters on Irwin Mitchell's systems, conduct basic client due diligence and conflict checks, and set up client documentation. You'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of colleagues within the Department and the legal services areas to work through any client due diligence or conflict flags that you may come across. Key Responsibilities: Client Setup: Using the firm's matter inception systems and information provided from fee earners, the Advisor is responsible for reviewing, gathering missing information where necessary and then processing essential client and matter information to ensure new clients and matters are opened in a timely and efficient manner. The role holder will engage with fee earners (at all levels) and clients to obtain information to enable the compliant onboarding of clients and their matters through our centralised processes and procedures. Client Documentation: The advisor ensures that all necessary documentation related to client onboarding is completed accurately and in a timely manner. This will involve preparing draft letters of engagement, terms and conditions, and other relevant documents depending on the matter type, adding these to the client file in readiness for the fee earner to check. Client Due Diligence: Conducting simple client due diligence checks on clients and/or their matters in line with established internal policies and procedures and using E-IDV and CDD software. Identifying any potential risks associated with the client. Responsible for developing and maintaining a good understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements for financial crime prevention. Conflict Checks: The advisor will complete basic conflict checks via the 3e matter inception systems ensuring that analysis is clearly documented and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Identifying any potential risks associated with the client, and where relevant escalating these promptly. Communication and Customer Focus: Effective communication and excellent customer service is vital in this role. The adviser liaises with internal stakeholders, such as partners, fee earners, and other support teams, to gather information and resolve any issues that may arise during the onboarding process. Continuous Improvement: Make recommendations to Team Leader on any improvements to processes and/or procedures, developing themes with colleagues that they may become aware of as part of the day to day to activities. About You Experience working in an administrative, customer service, onboarding or operational support environment. Experience processing information accurately and following established processes and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues to obtain information and resolve queries. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to agreed deadlines. Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and learning new systems. Understanding of client due diligence, conflict checking or financial crime prevention processes. Experience within a law firm, professional services or another regulated environment. Experience using case management, onboarding or workflow systems. Experience working with international clients or stakeholders. Our Approach to Reward and Wellbeing 25 days' holiday as standard, rising to 28 days depending on role level, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave. Opportunities to share in our success through annual pay and bonus review processes for eligible colleagues. Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health and Digital GP access. Competitive pension arrangements to help you plan for the future. Two paid volunteering days every year to support causes that matter to you. Access to a range of colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits to support you both inside and outside of work. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. In 2026, Irwin Mitchell was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work guide and was the only law firm included in the 'Very Big' organisation category Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Applying to Irwin Mitchell We want every candidate to have a positive, fair and transparent recruitment experience. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please speak to a member of our Recruitment & Onboarding team or contact Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly common part of modern working life. If you choose to use AI tools as part of your application or interview preparation, please review our AI in Recruitment Candidate Guidance As part of joining the Irwin Mitchell Group, all successful applicants are required to complete our employment screening process. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, and understand any criminal records or adverse financial history. Our onboarding processes are designed to help us maintain the high standards of trust, integrity and professionalism expected by our colleagues, to protect the interests of the Group, clients, partners and other stakeholders. Checks are conducted by trusted 3rd parties and the employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Irwin Mitchell LLP in Manchester is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Legal Director to lead the corporate practice in the North West and to shape high quality transactional work. You will handle complex deals with meaningful client responsibility and contribute to building a strong national corporate platform. You'll supervise junior lawyers, manage day to day delivery of transactions, and collaborate with colleagues across Banking & Finance, Tax, Employment, Real Estate and
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Irwin Mitchell LLP in Manchester is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Legal Director to lead the corporate practice in the North West and to shape high quality transactional work. You will handle complex deals with meaningful client responsibility and contribute to building a strong national corporate platform. You'll supervise junior lawyers, manage day to day delivery of transactions, and collaborate with colleagues across Banking & Finance, Tax, Employment, Real Estate and
As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Our Team You'll join our highly regarded Corporate team in Manchester, working alongside Partner Adam Kaucher and as part of a wider National Corporate team with real momentum. We advise ambitious entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, private equity investors, management teams and international corporates on the key ownership, capital and growth decisions that shape their businesses, from investment and acquisition through to exit and succession planning. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded Legal Director to play a central role in the next phase of growth for our corporate practice in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer who wants high-quality transactional work, meaningful client responsibility and the chance to help shape a growing team. As a senior member of the team, you'll be involved in: Leading and managing significant corporate transactions from instruction through to completion. Advising on a broad range of corporate work, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, management buyouts, reorganisations, shareholder arrangements and strategic joint ventures. Acting for a diverse client base including private companies, entrepreneurs, management teams, private equity backed businesses, institutional investors and international organisations. Supporting partners on larger strategic matters while taking day-to-day responsibility for transaction delivery. Building and strengthening client relationships and helping to grow our presence across the Manchester market and wider North West region. Working closely with colleagues across Banking & Finance, Tax, Employment, Real Estate, Commercial and Regulatory to deliver joined-up advice. Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers, helping to build a strong and collaborative National Corporate team. Contributing to business development, thought leadership and networking across the corporate and private equity communities. Recent examples of the work undertaken by our Corporate team include: Advising Risk Capital Partners on its acquisition of leading restaurant brand Wahaca, supporting the business as it enters its next stage of growth and expansion. Advising Taoglas, a US-based international antenna and RF solutions provider, on its acquisition of UK technology business Sure Antennas, further demonstrating the strength of our international M&A capability. Advising the management team of Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel on its investment from BGF, supporting the award-winning adventure travel business as it secures investment to accelerate growth, international expansion and continued development of its customer offering. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with commercial judgment, confidence with clients and the ability to lead transactions effectively. You'll ideally have: Significant post-qualification experience gained within a recognised Corporate practice. Strong technical expertise across M&A and broader Corporate transactional work. Experience of leading transactions and supervising junior lawyers. The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. A genuine interest in business development and contributing to the continued growth of our Manchester and National Corporate practice. Strong communication, project management and stakeholder management skills. This role would suit an ambitious Senior Associate ready to step into a Legal Director position, or an established Legal Director looking for a broader platform and access to high-quality national work. At Irwin Mitchell, you'll be part of a National Corporate team with a strong market reputation undertaking high-quality domestic and international work. We offer a collaborative platform where senior lawyers can build client relationships, develop their profile and play an active role in shaping the future of the practice. If you're looking for a role that combines high-quality transactional work, real client responsibility, long term progression and the opportunity to help build a growing Corporate practice, we'd love to hear from you Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 28 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2026! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Our Team You'll join our highly regarded Corporate team in Manchester, working alongside Partner Adam Kaucher and as part of a wider National Corporate team with real momentum. We advise ambitious entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, private equity investors, management teams and international corporates on the key ownership, capital and growth decisions that shape their businesses, from investment and acquisition through to exit and succession planning. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing We're looking for an experienced, commercially minded Legal Director to play a central role in the next phase of growth for our corporate practice in the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer who wants high-quality transactional work, meaningful client responsibility and the chance to help shape a growing team. As a senior member of the team, you'll be involved in: Leading and managing significant corporate transactions from instruction through to completion. Advising on a broad range of corporate work, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, management buyouts, reorganisations, shareholder arrangements and strategic joint ventures. Acting for a diverse client base including private companies, entrepreneurs, management teams, private equity backed businesses, institutional investors and international organisations. Supporting partners on larger strategic matters while taking day-to-day responsibility for transaction delivery. Building and strengthening client relationships and helping to grow our presence across the Manchester market and wider North West region. Working closely with colleagues across Banking & Finance, Tax, Employment, Real Estate, Commercial and Regulatory to deliver joined-up advice. Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers, helping to build a strong and collaborative National Corporate team. Contributing to business development, thought leadership and networking across the corporate and private equity communities. Recent examples of the work undertaken by our Corporate team include: Advising Risk Capital Partners on its acquisition of leading restaurant brand Wahaca, supporting the business as it enters its next stage of growth and expansion. Advising Taoglas, a US-based international antenna and RF solutions provider, on its acquisition of UK technology business Sure Antennas, further demonstrating the strength of our international M&A capability. Advising the management team of Wild Frontiers Adventure Travel on its investment from BGF, supporting the award-winning adventure travel business as it secures investment to accelerate growth, international expansion and continued development of its customer offering. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with commercial judgment, confidence with clients and the ability to lead transactions effectively. You'll ideally have: Significant post-qualification experience gained within a recognised Corporate practice. Strong technical expertise across M&A and broader Corporate transactional work. Experience of leading transactions and supervising junior lawyers. The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach. A genuine interest in business development and contributing to the continued growth of our Manchester and National Corporate practice. Strong communication, project management and stakeholder management skills. This role would suit an ambitious Senior Associate ready to step into a Legal Director position, or an established Legal Director looking for a broader platform and access to high-quality national work. At Irwin Mitchell, you'll be part of a National Corporate team with a strong market reputation undertaking high-quality domestic and international work. We offer a collaborative platform where senior lawyers can build client relationships, develop their profile and play an active role in shaping the future of the practice. If you're looking for a role that combines high-quality transactional work, real client responsibility, long term progression and the opportunity to help build a growing Corporate practice, we'd love to hear from you Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 28 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2026! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing This role is based out of our Newcastle office and sits within our Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team, led by Ian Toft, Regional Lead Partner for Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield. We are seeking a Grade A Solicitor with approximately 4-10 years' PQE and a strong background in Asbestos and Occupational Disease litigation. You'll join a highly respected specialist disease practice working with clients diagnosed with a wide spectrum of asbestos related and non asbestos respiratory conditions. This includes mesothelioma, asbestos related lung cancer, asbestosis, pleural thickening, occupational asthma, silicosis and other workplace related respiratory illnesses. This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your litigation skills while also taking ownership of your own litigated caseload, as well as assisting senior colleagues on high value or complex matters. You'll work closely with clients and their families at difficult moments in their lives, ensuring they receive exceptional advice and the highest standard of support throughout their claim. About You You'll work closely with clients and providing them with exceptional legal advice to achieve the best possible resolution for our clients. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in an interesting and diverse caseload and right from the beginning you'll play a key part in securing justice for our clients and making a real difference in their lives. You will have the confidence to hit the ground-running and have the ability to work independently on litigated cases. Approximately 4-10 years PQE with Asbestos and Occupational Disease experience The ability to work with empathy and integrity Experience managing your own caseload, while also assisting Partners and senior team members on high value cases A clear enthusiasm for this area of law and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for clients An aptitude for business development and a passion for building strong client and referrer relationships Excellent oral and written communication skills, including high quality drafting and undertaking detailed legal research Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing This role is based out of our Newcastle office and sits within our Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team, led by Ian Toft, Regional Lead Partner for Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield. We are seeking a Grade A Solicitor with approximately 4-10 years' PQE and a strong background in Asbestos and Occupational Disease litigation. You'll join a highly respected specialist disease practice working with clients diagnosed with a wide spectrum of asbestos related and non asbestos respiratory conditions. This includes mesothelioma, asbestos related lung cancer, asbestosis, pleural thickening, occupational asthma, silicosis and other workplace related respiratory illnesses. This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your litigation skills while also taking ownership of your own litigated caseload, as well as assisting senior colleagues on high value or complex matters. You'll work closely with clients and their families at difficult moments in their lives, ensuring they receive exceptional advice and the highest standard of support throughout their claim. About You You'll work closely with clients and providing them with exceptional legal advice to achieve the best possible resolution for our clients. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in an interesting and diverse caseload and right from the beginning you'll play a key part in securing justice for our clients and making a real difference in their lives. You will have the confidence to hit the ground-running and have the ability to work independently on litigated cases. Approximately 4-10 years PQE with Asbestos and Occupational Disease experience The ability to work with empathy and integrity Experience managing your own caseload, while also assisting Partners and senior team members on high value cases A clear enthusiasm for this area of law and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for clients An aptitude for business development and a passion for building strong client and referrer relationships Excellent oral and written communication skills, including high quality drafting and undertaking detailed legal research Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them