Agricultural Litigation Legal Director / Salaried Partner Solicitor – Stoke-on-Trent – Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
A Legal 500-ranked firm with a well-established regional presence and ongoing national expansion is looking to appoint a Legal Director / Salaried Partner into its Agriculture & Landed Estates Litigation team in Stoke-on-Trent. This presents a compelling opportunity for a senior Litigator and Solicitor to join a newly created office (c.10 lawyers), with substantial investment and a strong pipeline of work already in place. In a supportive and ambitious environment, you will play a pivotal role in leading and growing the firm’s Agriculture offering.
The Role:
* Leading a varied caseload of Agriculture and landed estate disputes, acting as a senior Litigator across complex rural matters
* Handling high-value and technically challenging Litigation involving farming businesses, estates, and landowners
* Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, providing clear and commercially focused guidance
* Overseeing matters from instruction through to resolution, including ADR and court proceedings
* Drafting and supervising legal documentation, pleadings, and strategy
* Building and developing long-term client relationships
* Driving business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the practice
The Candidate:
* An experienced Litigator currently operating at, or ready to step into, Legal Director / Salaried Partner level
* Qualified Solicitor with a strong background in complex land and rural disputes
* Demonstrable expertise across Litigation matters, ideally within Agriculture or landed estates
* Proven ability to manage high-value work and develop key client relationships
* Commercially astute, with a track record of supporting business growth
* Experience gained within a reputable regional or national firm
* A natural leader, motivated to play a key role in a growing an ambitious team
The Benefits & How to Apply:
* Competitive salary, with an excellent bonus structure
* Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, pension scheme, and death in service
* Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Strong firm culture with a genuinely supportive and people-focused approach
* Realistic billable expectations, promoting a healthy work-life balance
* Modern office environment with excellent technology and high-quality work
* Legal 500-ranked firm with a clear strategic growth plan
* Excellent scope for progression at Legal Director / Salaried Partner level within a growing Agriculture team
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