At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide specialist legal advice to farmers and rural landowners, navigating complex agricultural law.
- Company: Prestigious Yorkshire law firm with over 200 years of excellence in rural legal services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive pension, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career progression and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the agricultural sector while supporting local communities.
- Qualifications: UK-qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years' experience in agricultural law.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 75000 £ per year.
Join a prestigious Yorkshire law firm with over 200 years of legal excellence, serving the rural community throughout Yorkshire and beyond. Our client, a CQS-accredited firm with a strong reputation for agricultural and rural law expertise, is seeking an ambitious Agricultural Solicitor to support farmers, rural landowners, and agri-businesses through complex legal challenges.
About the Role
As an Agricultural Solicitor, you'll provide specialist legal advice to the rural community, navigating intricate legal and regulatory landscapes while supporting the local rural economy. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Agricultural Fee-Earning and Case Management:
- Providing specialist legal advice to:
- Farmers
- Rural landowners
- Agri-businesses
- Handling complex agricultural transactions:
- Property sales and purchases
- Land registration
- Succession planning
- Infrastructure projects
- Drafting and negotiating agricultural-specific documents
- Advising on regulatory compliance
- Client Relationship and Sector Development:
- Building long-term relationships with rural clients
- Identifying business opportunities
- Supporting marketing activities
- Providing guidance on agricultural regulations
- Gathering sector insights
- Financial and Risk Management:
- Advising on agricultural risk management
- Managing billing and client expectations
- Ensuring compliance with sector regulations
- Supporting succession planning and tax reliefs
- Rural Teamwork and Professional Development:
- Supervising and mentoring junior staff
- Collaborating across departments
- Sharing sector-specific knowledge
- Maintaining professional standards
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements:
- UK-qualified Solicitor with valid practising certificate
- 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in a recognised firm
- Substantial experience managing complex legal work
- Strong leadership in client service
- Commercially astute approach
- Expertise in:
- Agricultural law
- Rural property transactions
- Succession planning
- Agricultural legislation
- Ability to balance legal rigour with business impact
- Passion for rural affairs and agricultural sector
Desirable:
- Experience in rural diversification projects
- Knowledge of renewable energy in agriculture
- Understanding of environmental initiatives
- Additional agricultural law qualifications
Exceptional Benefits Package
Financial Rewards:
- Competitive salary (£55,000-£75,000 dependent on experience)
- Performance-related bonus potential
- Comprehensive pension scheme
Professional Development:
- Continuous learning in agricultural law
- Training on rural policy changes
- Mentoring opportunities
- Support for sector-specific professional growth
- Clear career progression pathways
Firm Benefits:
- CQS-accredited firm
- Over 200 years of legal heritage
- Supportive, collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for sector representation
- Community engagement initiatives
Work-Life Balance:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid working options
- Generous annual leave
- Family-friendly policies
- Wellbeing support programmes
Agricultural Solicitor employer: Trades Workforce Solutions
Join a prestigious law firm in Malton, Yorkshire, renowned for its 200 years of legal excellence and commitment to the rural community. As an Agricultural Solicitor, you'll benefit from a supportive and collaborative work culture, extensive professional development opportunities, and a competitive salary package, all while making a meaningful impact on the agricultural sector. With flexible working arrangements and a focus on employee wellbeing, this firm is dedicated to fostering a rewarding environment for its staff.
Contact Details:
Trades Workforce Solutions Recruitment Team
