Reference: ORJ921956999_1787308439Senior Associate - Agriculture & Land - Somerset - 5+ Years PQEType of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with some hybrid flexibility)Salary: 55,000 to 75,000 (depending on experience)A respected South West law firm is seeking a Senior Associate with 5+ years' post qualification experience to join its busy and well established Agriculture & Land team in Wells. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a high performing, collaborative environment with a strong focus on quality work, rural sector expertise and long term client relationships.
The RoleYou'll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of agricultural and rural property matters, including: Sales and purchases of farms, estates and rural landAgricultural tenanciesRural land development and diversification projectsSuccession planning supportAgricultural finance and security workBuilding strong relationships with landowners, farmers, estates and rural businessesSupporting a collaborative and ambitious team cultureCandidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with:5+ years' PQE in agricultural, rural property or commercial property lawStrong technical skills in property transactionsA genuine interest in the rural and agricultural sectorExcellent communication and client care abilitiesConfidence managing matters independentlyHigh attention to detail and accuracyA proactive, solutions focused mindsetStrong commercial awarenessThe ability to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team developmentBenefitsThe firm offers: A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environmentClear career progression pathwaysRecognition for high quality work and client service25 days' holiday plus Christmas closure and your birthday offDiscounted legal services (including free wills and half price conveyancing)Group pension with employer contributionLife assuranceDiscretionary annual bonus schemeOptional private medical insuranceHealthcare cash back schemeRetail discountsEmployee assistance programmeCycle to work schemeRegular social eventsHow to ApplyIf this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact: Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.ukPhone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
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