We are working with a specialist criminal defence practice in Rochdale who are seeking a highly organised Practice and Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support a talented legal team working on motor offence and general criminal defence matters.
Core Responsibilities:
Operational Management:
Oversee day-to-day office operations, diary coordination, and resource planning.
Streamline file handling and ensure smooth case progression.
Implement and optimise legal tech tools (e.g.
LEAP, DPS).
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:
Maintain SRA, GDPR, AML, and Lexcel-related compliance.
Manage training records, CPD logs, and staff supervision.
Conduct risk assessments and prepare for audits.
Billing & Finance
Oversee legal aid billing, duty solicitor income, and time recording.
Assist in budgeting and financial performance tracking.
Manage supplier relationships and contracts.
Team & Staff Management
Recruit, train, and support admin and junior legal staff
Monitor workloads and allocate cases effectively
Handle HR processes, performance reviews, and team development
Client Service & Reputation
Monitor client satisfaction and manage feedback
Coordinate local marketing, online reputation, and referral partner relationships
Assist in handling complaints and improving service delivery
What they are looking for:
Minimum of 2/3 years' experience in legal operations, or a practice management role.
Strong organisational skills and time management skills.
Calm, professional communication style.
Hands-on, solution focused mindset.
Experience with legal aid processes is a plus.
If you are interested in this Criminal Defence Operations Manager role in Rochdale, offering excellent progression as the firm expands, working within a supportive and close-knit team, we encourage you to apply.
You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information or apply to this advert. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Rochdale, England
Posted: 2025-08-04 15:36:01
About the firm
Sacco Mann has been instructed on a Commercial Property Solicitor role within a well-established, boutique law firm.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that really invests in their employee's development and supports team members through various training and development pathways to achieve professional goals.
About the role
Within this Commercial Property Solicitor role, you will take ownership of deals, build client relationships and work within a busy Commercial department.
As well as this, you will be running your own caseload of matters such as:
Leases
Landlord and tenant
Refinancing
Corporate transactions
Company re-structuring
Shareholder and partnership agreements
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have 2-5 years PQE within Commercial Property, is able to work well under pressure and has fantastic client care skills.
Previous experience within Corporate transactions is desirable but not essential.
How to apply
If you are interested in this Rochdale based Commercial Property Solicitor position, please contact Leona Taylor at Sacco Mann on 0161 831 6890 or email your CV to leona.taylor@saccomann.com
To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website.
Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral.
For full terms, please visit our website.
*Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide.
We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Rochdale, England
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £60000 per annum
Posted: 2025-07-17 09:52:56
Well-established, boutique law firm looking for a Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their Rochdale offices.
Sacco Mann has been instructed on an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit Residential Conveyancing team that really invests in their employee's development and can sponsor team members through various training and development pathways to achieve professional goals.
Within this Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant role, your day-to-day duties may include:
Supporting on a busy caseload with Fee Earners
Preparing and drafting all relevant legal documents
Liaising with clients and other third parties
Pre and post-completion matters
Providing quotes
The successful candidate for this role will ideally have at least 1 years' previous experience within a similar role, has excellent client care, communication and time management skills and can work well as part of a team.
If you are interested in this Rochdale based Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant position, please contact Leona Taylor at Sacco Mann on 0161 831 6890 or email your CV to leona.taylor@saccomann.com
To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website.
Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral.
For full terms, please visit our website.
*Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide.
We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Rochdale, England
Salary / Rate: £23000 - £25000 per annum
Posted: 2025-07-14 11:33:49
