Corporate Immigration Lawyer: Legal Director/Partner

Company: Hays
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will help to establish and grow a corporate immigration practice within a Manchester law firm. You’ll work closely with the employment team to leverage existing work and build a diverse client base across sectors. You will lead strategic development of the immigration offering and drive business growth through strong relationships and BD activity. This is a high-visibility opportunity with a clear career path and a competitive, negotiable package. You’ll contribute to a collaborative, collegiate culture while shaping a niche practice area.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive negotiable package

Responsibilities

  • Develop and grow the corporate immigration practice within the firm
  • Partner with the employment team to integrate immigration work with broader client services
  • Leverage existing work and relationships to expand client base
  • Lead and execute business development initiatives to attract new clients
  • Maintain and enhance client relationships to support repeat business
  • Contribute to strategic planning and market positioning of the practice area

Key requirements

  • Corporate immigration lawyer operating at Legal Director or Partner level
  • Well connected with strong business development skills
  • Proven track record in building client relationships and generating new work
  • Relationship building
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Strategic thinking
  • Corporate immigration law expertise
  • Business development for professional services
  • Client relationship management

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Posted: October 16th, 2026