Agricultural Solicitor

Job Description

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Agriculture & Land Solicitor | Somerset | 5+ Years' PQE | Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Opportunity

A highly regarded South West law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its well-established Agriculture & Land team. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Solicitor or Legal Executive to become part of a thriving practice known for its strong reputation within the agricultural and rural sector. The team acts for a diverse range of clients, including farmers, landowners, rural businesses, landed estates, and developers across Somerset and the wider South West.

The Role

You will advise clients on a broad range of agricultural and rural property matters, including:

• Sales and acquisitions of farms, estates and rural land
• Agricultural tenancies and related matters
• Rural land development and diversification projects
• Agricultural finance and secured lending transactions
• Succession planning support
• General rural property and land management issues

The Candidate

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors or Legal Executives with at least 5 years' PQE and experience within agricultural, rural property or commercial property law.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge of property transactions
• A genuine interest in agriculture, landed estates and rural businesses
• A desire to support and mentor junior colleagues
• Strong business development skills and an interest in growing client relationships

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including additional Christmas closure days
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Optional private medical insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on a range of legal services
• Regular social and team events

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