Associate Solicitor – Education

Stone King LLP

. Lead complex projects, transactions and strategic initiatives .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeBath • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading corporate and education M&A transactions while ensuring exceptional client service and compliance with legal standards. Proven ability to generate new business, mentor junior colleagues, and manage complex projects effectively.

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Qualified SolicitorCorporate M&A TransactionsBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementTime RecordingBudget ManagementFinancial HygieneLegal ComplianceMergers and AcquisitionsCorporate TransactionsMarket DevelopmentStrategic InitiativesTechnical Excellence

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganisational SkillsSolutions-Focused ApproachCollaborative Teamwork

Industry Keywords

Education LawIndependent SchoolsCharity SectorNetworkingWorkshopsPitchesTendersClient ServicePerformance MonitoringContinuous Professional Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex projects, transactions and strategic initiatives
Ensure exceptional client service, commercial outcomes and effective matter management
Record chargeable and non-chargeable time, monitor performance, manage budgets, and drive profitability and efficiency
Build and maintain long-term client relationships
Generate new business and identify opportunities for further support and growth
Advise education-sector clients on corporate transactions, mergers, acquisitions and strategic projects
Support education and charity sector work
Supervise, mentor, develop and delegate to junior colleagues
Collaborate across teams and the wider firm to deliver integrated sector-focused advice
Lead business development activities, including networking, thought leadership, marketing, seminars, workshops, pitches and tenders
Identify new markets, service lines, opportunities and innovative client solutions
Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
Maintain high standards of client service and technical excellence
Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal and professional standards
Keep abreast of legal, regulatory and market developments through continuous professional development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified Solicitor
Relevant experience working on corporate or education M&A transactions
Interest in Education law and Independent Schools
Experience supervising and developing other team members
Previous experience of proactive business development and marketing
Ability to demonstrate generation of new revenue streams
Ability to promote the firm and cross-sell other specialisms internally and externally
Experience attending seminars and networking events, presenting workshops, and participating in pitches/tenders
Well-organised, technically proficient and a leader
Excellent communication skills
Proven experience independently managing projects and working across teams
Strong organisational skills and good financial hygiene, including accurate time recording, billing discipline and cost awareness
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and confidence to challenge constructively
Solutions-focused approach and drive to improve processes and outcomes
Strong organisation skills and ownership of tasks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Adaptable approach to managing workload and supporting others
Ability to work collaboratively and team-first attitude

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Profit Share Scheme
Cycle to work scheme
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