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Stone King LLP

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
    Construction & Surveying
  • Bath
  • Quick Apply
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  • You must be a qualified Solicitor/Barrister with contentious construction experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and IT proficiency. Dual qualification and interest in business development are desirable.
  • You will manage cases, meet clients, collaborate with teams, ensure effective communication, maintain professional development, uphold firm standards, and participate in meetings and marketing activities.

Requirements

  • Essential
  • A qualified Solicitor or Barrister working in a well-regarded firm, and have experience in contentious construction matters in both High Court and County Court and ADR.
  • A strong commitment to career development and further learning.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadline in a timely manner.
  • IT proficient.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
  • Desirable
  • The ideal candidate will be dual qualified in both law and construction, holding Associate membership or higher of a chartered professional institution, ARICS, ACIOB or similar.
  • The candidate should be able to evidence diversity and experience in the construction and infrastructure sector.
  • The ideal candidate would have an interest in business development and being involved in various business development opportunities, such as attending seminars and networking events, presenting workshops to the firm's clients and being involved in pitches/tenders.
  • Experience working within the Education and Public Sectors funding arena would be advantageous.
  • Specialist qualifications in Alternative Dispute Resolution, particularly arbitration and adjudication, and membership of the Charted Institute of Arbitrators would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

FAQs

What is the location of the Solicitor - Construction role?

The role is based in our Bath office, with hybrid working available.

What are the key responsibilities for this position?

Key responsibilities include managing an individual caseload, attending to clients, collaborating with team members, maintaining professional development, and participating in marketing and business development activities.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The essential qualifications include being a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in contentious construction matters, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Is there an opportunity for career development?

Yes, the firm supports a strong commitment to career development and ongoing learning.

Are there any desirable qualifications for candidates?

Desirable qualifications include dual qualifications in law and construction, evidence of diversity in the construction sector, and experience in business development and the Education and Public Sectors funding arena.

What benefits does Stone King offer its employees?

Benefits include a competitive salary, profit share scheme, cycle to work scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance, a pension scheme, 28 days holiday, and an additional day for CSR activities.

What is the firm’s approach to diversity and inclusion?

Stone King is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 20 September 2024.

Will there be opportunities to participate in client workshops and seminars?

Yes, ongoing learning includes opportunities to provide workshops and seminars for both our people and external clients.

Is there a support system for employees' mental health and well-being?

Yes, Stone King is a signatory of the Mindful Business Charter, committed to supporting mental health and well-being, and offers discussions about flexible working arrangements.

Stone King LLP

Law
Industry
201-500
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We have built a name for excellence with our commercial, private and public sector clients. Our industry focus, including our leading reputation in the charity and education sectors, enables us to provide tailored advice specific to your needs. Because technical ability alone is not enough, we will seek to build exceptional working relationships with you. By doing so, we will develop a deep understanding of your issues to create better commercial outcomes. We offer specialist legal advice delivered in a positive and personable manner.