If you are looking for a new law job Manchester may provide you with plenty of choice. Manchester has become the second city in the UK when it comes to legal services and there are now many high quality law firms with an excellent level of clients.
Many people are still drawn to London to pursue their legal careers as they see the firms and work available as superior to that on offer in the regional cities such as Manchester.With remote working, video conferencing and the like this is now further from the truth than it ever has been and there is in fact great opportunities for anyone in the regions. Therefore for anyone looking for a new law job Manchester and the other regional cities must be considered.
The advantage of working in Manchester is the quality of life. Commuting is much quicker and easier and so work life balance is easier to achieve than in London. In fact this is actively encouraged by many firms who want their lawyers to be able to have a good life outside of work.
Manchester is also well placed for extra-curricular pursuits with the Lake District, North Wales and Peak District all within easy reach. It also has its own international airport with most routes around the world available. It is also well connected by rail and you can now get to London from Manchester in just over 2 hours which makes meetings between the cities much easier nowadays.
When it comes to legal recruitment Manchester also has lots to offer from some of the larger national agencies to excellent local legal recruitment agencies. They can help with moves in between firms within the Manchester area or they are also specialists at helping people to relocate from another area in the UK.
So if you are thinking of moving jobs you are strongly advised to consider the regions and if you are wanting to move then Manchester can offer a lot for an ambitious lawyer wanting a good quality of life.