Agricultural Property Associate Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK seeks an Associate Solicitor specializing in agricultural property law. The role involves managing your own caseload, advising clients on rural property matters, and collaborating across departments. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to rural issues and proven expertise in the field.

Benefits

Excellent employee benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Qualified solicitor in property or agricultural law.
• Strong technical knowledge of rural property matters is essential.
• Experience with farming businesses or landowners is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases involving agricultural and commercial property matters.
• Advise on land development and diversification projects.
• Draft and negotiate agricultural property agreements with support.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of rural property

Interest in countryside affairs

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Job Title: Associate Solicitor
Department: Agricultural Property
Salary: £DOE
Hours: Full Time, permanent
Location: Bristol, hybrid.

Job Reference: CWS376

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This opportunity is ideal for a solicitor with a genuine interest in rural affairs and experience in agricultural or rural property law. You’ll join a specialist team advising a diverse range of clients including farmers, landowners, estates, and agribusinesses.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manage your own caseload of agricultural and commercial property matters from start to finish, including sales, purchases, lettings, and licences involving farmland, rural buildings, and estates.
* Advise on land development and diversification projects, such as promotion and option agreements, and renewable energy schemes.
* Draft and negotiate a range of agricultural property agreements, with support from paralegals and collaboration across the team.
* Provide legal input on estate management, including succession planning, AHA and FBT tenancies, and rights of way.
* Work closely with colleagues in other departments to advise clients on regulatory, commercial, and compliance issues affecting rural businesses.
* Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships with landowners, farmers, and estate managers.
* Stay informed on legal and policy developments in agricultural, land use, and environmental law

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales), in property or agricultural law
* Strong technical knowledge of rural property matters
* Excellent client-facing and communication skills
* A genuine interest in countryside affairs and rural communities
* Experience working with farming businesses, estates, or landowners is highly desirable

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk