We are Thrings; a successful full-service law firm with sector expertise in Agriculture, Banking & Finance, Development of Land, Private Client and Business Growth across a number of practice areas, managing high quality work. We are proud to be ranked in many areas by the Legal 500 and Chambers, due to our client-centric approach.
Our welcoming and inclusive culture provides an attractive place to work, including the valuable benefit of hybrid working.
About the role
We’re seeking a Solicitor to join our successful Agricultural Property team based in our Romsey office.
You’ll be joining our Band 1-ranked Agricultural Property team, working closely with other fee earners and Partners across the team. This is an excellent opportunity to build on your existing property experience while continuing to learn and develop within a highly regarded practice. You’ll work primarily on a broad range of agricultural property matters, with the opportunity to assist on land development work, gaining valuable experience across a varied and interesting workload.
The team has a strong culture of delegation, collaboration, and supporting individuals in achieving their progression and career development goals.
Day to day, you will have a varied caseload, including:
- Working on a wide range of Agricultural Property matters, including purchases and sales, re-financing, easements, tenancies, land development and first registrations of land
- Working on overage, options, easements and rights affecting rural land
- Handling SDLT, CGT and IHT-related aspects of rural transactions, and working with tax advisers where appropriate
- Supporting in developing junior members of the team where appropriate, while working closely with Partners and Legal Directors across a varied caseload
- Delivering a first-class service to clients through strong technical expertise, effective file management and the development of trusted client relationships
Whilst this role is based in the Romsey office there will be the opportunity for you to work with other fee earners based at our other offices.
About you
We’re extremely proud of the relationship we’ve built with our clients and referrers, being recognised as their trusted legal partner. It’s important to us that you have the right blend of skills to service their needs and develop new relationships:
- Previous experience in either agricultural or commercial property is essential
- You will be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 2 years' PQE or able to demonstrate equivalent property experience
- An interest in the agricultural sector, together with a willingness to learn and develop specialist knowledge in this area
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to a range of clients and stakeholders
- Strong organisational and IT skills, including previous experience of working with a case management system
What’s on offer
By joining Thrings you’ll become part of a supportive, inclusive firm offering a relaxed and trusting environment allowing balance between being in the office and working from home. We also offer a great working environment and plenty of social/networking events to get involved with!
In return for your hard work, you can expect to receive a variety of flexible benefits which can be tailored to your personal and family needs including Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Cashplan and much more.
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and you have the experience to join our team, we’d love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
No agencies please
Solicitor- Agricultural Property in Romsey employer: Thrings
Thrings is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in either our Bristol or Swindon office. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development, competitive salaries, and a range of tailored benefits including Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance. Our hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, complemented by social events that foster collaboration and networking among colleagues.
