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Stone King LLP

Solicitor – Education

Stone King LLP

. Support complex and high-value legal matters within the Education sector .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeManchester • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise as a Qualified Solicitor with a strong focus on delivering high-quality legal services within the Education sector. Proven ability to build relationships, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to business development while maintaining professional and regulatory standards.

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Qualified SolicitorLegal Advice in Education SectorBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementTeam Collaboration

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Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsProactive Problem-SolvingMentoring and SupervisingManaging Priorities EffectivelyBuilding Strong Relationships
Industry Keywords
Education SectorLegal MattersProfessional DevelopmentClient EngagementRegulatory Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support complex and high-value legal matters within the Education sector
  • Build trusted, long-term relationships with clients and support their success
  • Collaborate across the team and wider firm to deliver high-quality client service
  • Supervise, mentor and develop junior colleagues
  • Contribute to a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture
  • Participate in business development, networking, thought leadership and client engagement
  • Identify opportunities to enhance client service and improve ways of working
  • Manage matters effectively, delivering work to a high standard and on time with commercial awareness
  • Maintain high professional and regulatory standards
  • Continue professional development and stay informed of legal and sector developments

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Qualified solicitor
  • Prior experience handling own caseload
  • Ability to work independently and as part of the team
  • Commitment to career development and further professional development
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work on sensitive matters and communicate effectively with these clients
  • Interest in Business Development
  • Prior experience providing legal advice to schools or clients in the education sector is desirable
  • Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively
  • Collaborates well with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Takes a proactive and solutions-focused approach
  • Manages priorities effectively and delivers high-quality work
  • Contributes positively to an inclusive and supportive team culture

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • Profit Share Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • 28 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Enhanced leave provisions for key life events
  • An additional paid day each year to support CSR and volunteering activities
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • A collaborative, inclusive and supportive culture
  • Investment in learning, development and career progression
  • The opportunity to work alongside market-leading sector specialists
  • Meaningful work that delivers positive impact for clients, communities and society