Growth and Good Employment Charter for Trowers Manchester

Manchester – International law firm Trowers & Hamlins is celebrating a period of sustained growth in its Manchester office marked by a significant round of promotions, new talent, and recognition through the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.

Over the past year the Manchester office has continued to strengthen its capabilities and deepen its client relationships across both the public and private sectors. This momentum is reflected by the firm welcoming 18 new joiners in various roles across the partnership and business services teams including; Annest Jones, Mayowa Ejidare, Kelly Marum, Brightmore Kunaka, Nita Mistry, Ataikor Ngerebara, James Pike and Rebecca Ridgway.

Alongside these hires, the office has also promoted nine people including; Meadow O’Connor and Andy Nicoll to Senior Associate. The office also celebrates the incoming newly qualified solicitors across Banking, Construction and Real Estate resulting in a 100% autumn retention rate for Manchester.

Their arrival supports the firm’s 2030 growth strategy, enhancing its offering across key practice areas including real estate, corporate, commercial, construction, finance, disputes and employment.

Trowers & Hamlins’ Manchester office has also achieved accreditation under the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter, underlining its commitment to fair work policies, employee wellbeing, and inclusive and responsible employment practices. This recognition reflects the firm’s continued focus on creating a positive working environment and supporting its people to thrive.

With a team of around 150 people and a presence in the region spanning more than 50 years, the Manchester office combines strong local insight with access to the firm’s national and international expertise.

Commenting on the growth, Co-Head of Manchester Katie Saunders said:

“This continued growth ensures our teams are well placed to support clients on complex business matters and major development projects across the North West. Manchester continues to see strong and sustained investment across key sectors, from real estate and infrastructure through to innovation and regeneration. This creates significant opportunity for our clients, and we are well positioned to support them as they navigate this growth and deliver projects that shape the region’s future.”

Co-Head of Manchester Steve Dunseath added:

“This is an important moment for our Manchester office. Our latest promotions recognise the strength and depth of talent we have built across all of our teams, while our new joiners bring additional expertise that will support our continued growth. Achieving accreditation under the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter is also a proud milestone and reflects our commitment to being a responsible and inclusive employer.”

This latest phase of growth is underpinned by Trowers & Hamlins’ 2030 strategy to expand whilst investing in people, strengthening its regional presence, and supporting clients across key markets.

The new cohort of hires also includes; Tomisin Ogoji, Anjali Pandit, Maylia Patel-Rourke, Nicole McKenzie, Niki Manji, Retaj Elkailani, Umair Badat, Millie Canham, Gabriela Catana, Poppy Cooper.