Senior Associate

About us

Stone King is an ambitious and purpose-driven firm specialising in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Public Faith and Private Client sectors. Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and client‑focused Senior Residential Property Solicitor to join our Real Estate team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility, contribute to the continued development of the department, and build a long‑term career within a supportive and forward‑thinking firm.

You will manage a varied residential caseload from instruction to completion, delivering clear, accurate and timely advice throughout. Alongside standard residential matters, you will also handle more complex transactions involving, but not limited to; High-Net-Worth clients, Listed Buildings, Rural, and Bespoke Properties, ensuring an exceptional level of service and discretion.

As the team continues to expand, you will have the chance to contribute to departmental growth, enhance best practices and support ongoing improvements.

Location

The role can be based in any of our six offices (Bath, Birmingham, Cambridge, Leeds, London, or Manchester) and hybrid working will be available.

Reasons to apply

• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the Residential property team, this role has plenty of scope for career and personal development.
• To be part of an ambitious, collaborative and friendly national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to create the best place to work.
• Excellent benefits for our people, with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
• Hybrid working - Stone King are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter as part of our commitment to mental health and wellbeing. We want to support all of our people in achieving a healthy work/ life balance, and would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

General duties include, but are not limited to:

• Managing a caseload including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Handling re‑mortgages, transfers of equity and shared ownership matters
• Advising and acting for High‑Net‑Worth clients on complex or high‑value residential transactions, including Listed Buildings, Rural, and Bespoke Properties.
• Leverage AI to your advantage, to harness the positive impacts that AI can have in this industry.
• Providing clear, professional and client‑centred legal advice.
• Building strong relationships with clients, agents, brokers, referrers and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal firm policies.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in property law.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties to facilitate smooth property transactions.
• Monitoring key financial metrics such as WIP, disbursements and matter profitability.
• Handle negotiations and resolve any legal issues that may arise during the conveyancing process.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Communicate promptly and effectively both internally and externally.
• Maintain continuing professional development and further knowledge within the field of law.
• Carry out work to the highest possible standard, following the firm's standards, procedures, and core values.
• Providing guidance or supervision to junior team members, paralegals and support staff (where required).
• Actively supporting the continued growth, efficiency and strategic development of the Residential Property department.
• Attend and be involved in marketing and business development events and activities.
• Supervise and delegate accordingly.

Essential

• Experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in conveyancing.
• Previous experience handling own caseload from exchange of contracts to completion.
• Experience dealing with High Net Worth matters.
• Solid knowledge of conveyancing processes, property law, and relevant legislation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of managing a high-volume caseload efficiently.
• IT proficiency, including experience with case management systems and legal research tools.
• Proven track record in marketing and business development, with knowledge of article writing, networking, as well as an online presence.

Desirable

• Experience in supervising and effective delegation.
• A following his highly desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Strong organisation skills, taking full ownership of tasks and ensuring delivery within agreed deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and confidently with colleagues and stakeholders at every level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Must demonstrate alignment with SK Core Values.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development for all. We are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter, the Race Fairness Commitment, and the Age Friendly Employer Pledge, and we are a Disability Confident Employer.

Stone King LLP is committed to offering an interview to any job applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the role as defined by the job description and person specification. A full copy of the person specification and job description can be provided by contacting our Recruitment team.  In some recruitment situations such as high-peak times, we might need to limit the overall numbers of interviews we offer. This will include the number of interviews offered to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria. When that happens, we’ll still aim to offer a proportionate number of interviews to disabled applicants.

We aim to make our recruitment process as inclusive as possible and will make reasonable adjustments where needed. To discuss adjustments or request information in an alternative format, please contact our recruitment team at Recruitment@stoneking.co.uk or 01225 326770.

Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all our staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.

• Competitive salary
• Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance (4 x salary)
• Pension scheme
• 31 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
• Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum

Adverts normally close at midday on the closing date, however vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received. Therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all our staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.

Recruitment agencies – please do not send us unsolicited CVs. If you do so, we reserve the right to contact the candidate directly and your T&Cs will not apply.

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