Stone King is an ambitious and friendly firm specialising in the Charity, Education, Faith, Public , Business & Social Enterprise, 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.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate to join our progressive Information Law Team, to play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing advice given on data protection and privacy and freedom of information across our sectors, while actively contributing to the growth and success of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in this legal field and if possible some experience of marketing and business development, demonstrating the ability to build and expand clientele. The role will be based in any of our offices - we are flexible on location in proximity to our 6 nationwide offices.
This role is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a highly regarded national firm and work with a high calibre client base from the outset.
Our cross-sector Information Law Team undertakes a wide variety of work, such as:
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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. As part of our continued commitment to an inclusive working environment, we are proud to be part of the Race Fairness Commitment, the Age Friendly Employer Pledge and a Disability Confident Employer.
Stone King are 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.
As part of our commitment to DE&I, we want our recruitment practices to be as inclusive as possible, which means we will make reasonable adjustments to help you perform to your best, so please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process. Our recruitment team are on hand to discuss any reasonable adjustments with candidates and can provide full job details and applications in alternative formats if required. You can contact our recruitment team via email at Recruitment@stoneking.co.uk or 01225 326770.
As a Disability Confident employer, Stone King LLP is committed to offering an interview to any job applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the role as defined by the job description and person specification. A full copy of the person specification and job description can be provided by contacting our Recruitment team. In some recruitment situations such as high-peak times, we might need to limit the overall numbers of interviews we offer. This will include the number of interviews offered to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria. When that happens, we’ll still aim to offer a proportionate number of interviews to disabled applicants.
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.
Recruitment agencies – please do not send us unsolicited CVs. If you do so, we reserve the right to contact the candidate directly and your T&Cs will not apply.
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At Stone King, we are a vibrant and dedicated law firm seeking an enthusiastic Associate to join our progressive Information Law Team. This role offers an exciting chance to dive into the world of data protection, privacy, and freedom of information law, particularly within sectors like Charity, Education, and Public Business. You'll enjoy a dynamic work environment that prides itself on collaboration and doing the right thing for our clients and communities. As an Associate, you'll take on a diverse caseload, advising our clients on compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act, and the Freedom of Information Act. Your expertise will help shape policies, manage data breaches, and implement data-sharing agreements, all while actively participating in marketing and business development initiatives. We believe in fostering your personal growth, offering excellent training opportunities in both face-to-face and online settings. Our flexible approach means you can work from any of our six nationwide offices, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful projects. If you're a qualified Solicitor or an experienced Data Protection Officer passionate about information law and eager to learn, Stone King is the perfect place for you to enhance your career alongside our nationally renowned specialists. Join us in making a difference while enjoying competitive benefits and a culture that truly values its people.
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