About Us
Stone King is an ambitious 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. The 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.
Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Associate to join our expanding Criminal Law Team at an exciting time of growth. You will work across the full spectrum of criminal law, handling a diverse caseload and become an integral part of the team’s success. The position is available in Leeds, Manchester and Birmingham offices with remote working available, travelling to other locations as required.
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 – role available in Leeds, Manchester and Birmingham.
* Be part of an ambitious and collaborative national firm where culture and values are at the heart of everything we do.
* Excellent benefits focused on wellbeing and development.
* Hybrid working – Stone King is proud to be a signatory of the Mindful Business Charter, supporting mental health and wellbeing.
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 professional development.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, attending client meetings in‑office or off‑site as required.
* Collaborate effectively within the immediate team and across the wider firm.
* Communicate clearly and professionally, both internally and externally.
* Take responsibility for continuing professional development and stay up to date with legal and regulatory changes.
* Play an active role in team meetings, including strategic discussions, case reviews and knowledge sharing.
* Lead or support business development and marketing initiatives, including event preparation, networking and client engagement activities.
Requirements
Essential
* An experienced Solicitor or Barrister with relevant criminal and/or regulatory experience.
* Must be able to travel to client meetings and hearings on a regular basis.
* Ability to advocate at all hearings in Magistrates Court and appropriate Crown Court.
* 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.
* Effective oral and written communication skills.
* Organisational skills, technological proficiency and ability to work independently and within a team.
* Prepared for travel to other office locations and off‑site venues nationwide, including occasional evenings or weekends.
Desirable
* Proven track record in marketing and business development.
* Regulatory experience.
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, and are proud signatories of the Mindful Business Charter, the Race Fairness Commitment, and the Age Friendly Employer Pledge. We are a Disability Confident Employer. 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.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Profit Share Scheme.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Employee Benefit Platform.
* Private Medical Insurance.
* Life assurance (4× salary).
* Pension scheme.
* 31 days holiday plus statutory UK holidays.
* Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum.
Closing Date
23 January 2026 (adverts normally close at midday; may close early if sufficient applications have been received).
Equal Opportunities
Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.
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