Rural Property Solicitor (1–4 PQE)
Location: Aberdeen
Team: Tier 1 Rural Department
Salary: Lucrative Salary + Excellent Benefits Package
The Role
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Rural Property Solicitor (1–4 PQE) to join a market-leading Rural team in Aberdeen.
You’ll work closely with an L500-recognised Partner and a team of nationally respected lawyers on a broad range of rural property matters, including estate purchases and sales, agricultural tenancies, renewable energy projects and land development transactions.
You’ll play an integral role in managing client relationships, contributing to business development and helping shape the continued success of this top-tier department.
This position offers genuine career progression, high-quality work and the chance to grow within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
The Work
* Acting on behalf of estate owners, land managers, farmers and commercial developers
* Advising on complex rural property transactions including purchases, sales and leasing arrangements
* Supporting renewable energy and natural capital projects, including wind, hydro, and carbon initiatives
* Collaborating with private client, real estate and corporate teams on cross-departmental matters
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to team growth
Your Experience
* 1-4 years’ PQE with a background in Rural Property or Real Estate
* A genuine passion for the Rural sector and/or agricultural law
* Strong technical and drafting skills with a commercial and client-focused mindset
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative, high-performing team
Why This Role?
* Join a Tier 1 L500-ranked department with a national reputation for excellence
* Work on landmark rural property transactions and renewable energy projects
* Clear career progression pathways and market-leading mentorship
* Market-leading salary in the Rural sphere, a lucrative bonus scheme, and an outstanding benefits package
* A supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking culture with genuine work-life balance
If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at tilly@jmc-legal.com / 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.