About the Role
We’re working with a well-established regional law firm with a strong reputation in the agricultural and rural sectors, seeking a talented Agricultural Solicitor to join their expanding team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor who enjoys building lasting relationships with farming clients, landowners, and rural businesses, and who takes pride in delivering clear, practical legal advice.
You’ll manage your own caseload of agricultural property and business matters while working collaboratively with colleagues across the commercial, property, and private client teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Handling a broad range of agricultural and rural property transactions, including sales and purchases of farms, land, and estates
* Advising on tenancies, rights of way, easements, and boundary issues
* Drafting and negotiating farming business agreements, licences, and partnership arrangements
* Supporting clients with succession planning, inheritance, and diversification projects
* Advising on environmental and regulatory compliance related to agricultural land and operations
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, land agents, and rural organisations
* Contributing to the firm’s ongoing business development and presence within the rural community
About You
☑️ Qualified Solicitor (ideally 2+ years PQE) with experience in agricultural law, rural property, or commercial property
☑️ Excellent drafting, communication, and client-care skills
☑️ Strong attention to detail with a commercial and pragmatic approach
☑️A genuine interest in rural life, land management, and farming issues
☑️ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a supportive team
What’s on Offer
✨ Competitive salary and benefits package
✨ Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
✨ High-quality, varied caseload within a respected rural practice
✨ Supportive environment with real scope for career development
✨ Opportunity to work with longstanding clients across the East Midlands and beyond
If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Please drop me a message to have an informal chat.