Overview
Stone King is an ambitious firm specializing in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Public, Faith and Private Client sectors. Our collaborative culture and core values inform our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people.
The opportunity
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Associate to join our expanding Criminal Law Team at an exciting time of growth. You’ll have the opportunity to work across the full spectrum of criminal law, handling a diverse caseload and becoming an integral part of the team’s success. This role is available in our Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham offices. Remote working is also available, with travel to other locations as required to meet client needs.
If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, growth, and the chance to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Reasons to apply
* Join a growing and ambitious Criminal Law Team at an exciting stage of expansion
* Work across the full spectrum of criminal law with a varied and engaging caseload
* Choose your base – Leeds, Manchester, or Birmingham
* Be part of an ambitious and collaborative national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do
* Excellent benefits with a focus on wellbeing and development
* Hybrid working and support for flexible working arrangements
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a complex individual caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring high-quality service delivery at all stages
* Supervise, mentor, and support junior team members, offering technical guidance and contributing to their development
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, attend client meetings in-office or off-site as required
* Collaborate effectively within the immediate team and across the wider firm
* Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and other professionals
* Stay up to date with legal and regulatory changes within criminal law
* Contribute to team meetings, including strategic discussions, case reviews, and knowledge sharing
* Lead or support business development and marketing initiatives, including event preparation and client engagement activities
Requirements
Essential
* An experienced Solicitor or Barrister with relevant criminal and/or regulatory experience
* Ability to travel to client meetings and hearings regularly
* Ability to advocate at Magistrates’ Court and relevant Crown Court hearings
* Confident in representing suspects in police stations or other PACE interviews
* Higher Rights of Audience is essential
* Strong drafting, file management and client-building skills
* Experience in supervising others and contributing to their development
* Proven experience in driving business development and marketing initiatives
* Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
* Strong organisation, technical proficiency, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
* Willingness to travel to other office locations and off-site venues, including attendance at courts, police stations, and prisons nationwide; occasional out-of-hours work may be required
Desirable
* Proven track record in marketing and business development
* Regulatory experience is ideal
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 and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are signatories of the Mindful Business Charter and support flexible working arrangements. We will make reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process as needed. Our recruitment team can provide full job details and applications in alternative formats if required. Contact Recruitment@stoneking.co.uk or 01225 326770 for more information.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Profit Share Scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Benefit Platform
* 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
Closing date: 3 October 2025
Adverts normally close at midday on the closing date; vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to ensuring employment decisions are free from discriminatory practices. Recruitment agencies – please do not send unsolicited CVs.
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