About us
Stone King is an ambitious and friendly firm specialising in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Faith, Public Sector 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
This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual looking to progress their career, to join the Residential Charity part of our growing Real Estate Group. The role is available in our Bath office. The role may require occasional travel to any of our other locations or off site as client demands require.
This post involves work across the whole spectrum of residential charity property including some residential sales for Educational institutes. The wider department also deals with education and charity property work, private residential work and general commercial property work.
Reasons to apply
* Opportunity to gain invaluable experience across our friendly Real Estate Team, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with our specialists across the firm.
* 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:
* Effectively manage an individual caseload (with supervision where appropriate).
* Attend to clients of the Firm in the office or elsewhere if needed.
* Work in a collegiate and collaborative way within an immediate Team and wider Firm environment.
* Communicate promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
* Maintain your continuing professional development requirements and take an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of law.
* To carry out your work for both colleagues and clients to the highest possible standard, having regard to the Firm’s standards, procedures and core values.
* To regularly attend, and be involved in preparation for, Team meetings.
* To attend and be involved in preparation for marketing and business development events and activities.
Essential
* The successful candidate should have relevant experience within Residential Property and must possess the ability to work with minimal supervision on more simple transactions although clear guidance is available from more senior members within the wider Team.
* A knowledge of conveyancing processes and previous experience in a conveyancing or a similar role.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to prioritise workload.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to hit the ground running.
* IT literate including Office 2010.
Desirable
* Previous experience working with charity or educational clients is desirable, but we are aware this is a niche area of clients so we will be giving further training to the successful candidate.
Reporting
The post-holder will report to the lead within the Residential Charity Property team as well as the Head of the Real Estate Group.
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 have a partner-led Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy Group, and a dedicated DE&I Adviser. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development of all our people, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Profit Share Scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Benefit Platform
* Private Medical Insurance
* Life assurance (4 x salary)
* Pension scheme
* 28 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
* Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum
Closing date: 17 February 2025
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.
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