At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse agricultural legal cases and build strong client relationships.
- Company: A respected law firm with deep roots in the rural community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team focused on supporting rural businesses.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the agricultural sector while developing your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Qualified or newly qualified Solicitors with an interest in agriculture.
Do you have a genuine interest in agriculture, land, and the rural economy? Are you passionate about supporting farmers, landowners, and rural businesses through complex legal matters? What if your next legal role allowed you to combine property, business, estates, and agriculture all in one position?
About the Company
A well-established, down to earth practice with strong roots in the rural and agricultural community. Known for their practical, no nonsense approach, they have built long standing relationships with farmers, landowners, and rural businesses who value clear advice and dependable support. From agricultural property matters and land transactions to estate work and succession planning, the team understands the realities of rural life and delivers legal guidance that is both commercially sound and grounded in real-world experience. It’s a firm where traditional values meet modern legal expertise, and where clients are treated as part of the fabric of the countryside they serve.
Location: Cheltenham and Rural Client Sites
Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 dep on exp
This isn't your typical legal role! If you're looking for an opportunity to work closely with farmers, landowners, rural businesses, and estates building trusted relationships and providing specialist legal advice that genuinely makes a difference, this could be the role for you. Our client is a highly respected niche law firm with over 20 years of experience advising the agricultural and rural sector. Agriculture is not simply one department among many; it sits at the heart of the firm’s business, allowing their team to develop deep expertise and long-standing client relationships across the rural community.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to manage a diverse and interesting caseload, working with a broad range of rural clients across:
- Agricultural property matters
- Farms and landed estates
- Rural business transactions
- Agricultural tenancies
- Estate and succession planning matters
- Rural commercial property work
You will become a trusted adviser to clients, providing practical, commercially focused legal advice while developing long-term professional relationships. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the department through mentoring junior team members, supporting business development activities, and helping to strengthen the firm’s already impressive reputation within the agricultural sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Management
- Manage a varied caseload of agricultural and rural matters.
- Maintain regular communication with clients and provide exceptional levels of service.
- Develop and strengthen long-standing client relationships.
- Support client retention, referrals, and business development initiatives.
- Legal Expertise
- Deliver accurate, practical, and commercially focused legal advice.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and legal developments.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and professional standards.
- File & Financial Management
- Maintain accurate time recording and billing practices.
- Progress files efficiently and in line with agreed deadlines.
- Ensure compliance with all file management and confidentiality requirements.
- Team Development
- Support and supervise paralegals and trainees where required.
- Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Assist with the continued growth and development of the Agriculture Department.
About You
We are keen to speak with qualified or newly qualified Solicitors who have a genuine interest in the agricultural and rural sector. You may already have experience within Agricultural Law, Rural Property, Commercial Property, or Private Client work involving landed estates. Equally, candidates with a strong interest in developing a specialist agricultural practice are encouraged to apply. You will be:
- Client-focused and relationship-driven
- Professional and commercially minded
- Organised and detail-oriented
- A confident communicator
- Passionate about supporting rural businesses and communities
- Committed to delivering the highest standards of client care
Why Join?
- Join a highly regarded specialist practice.
- Work with an established and loyal client base.
- Develop expertise within a growing and highly respected sector.
- Enjoy a varied caseload with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
- Be part of a collaborative team with strong values and a long-term outlook.
Apply
Please click on the APPLY NOW button or send your CV to Donna Morgan - Principal Recruitment Manager.
Prerequisites: As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.
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Join a leading international property consultancy that values your agricultural expertise and offers a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. With a strong commitment to sustainability and a focus on high-profile projects, you will have the opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful impact in the rural and property sector across the South West of England. Enjoy a collaborative culture, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to work closely with landowners and stakeholders to shape the future of UK agriculture.
