Agricultural Property Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking an Agricultural Property Solicitor with 2-10 PQE to manage a diverse caseload of agricultural property transactions. This hybrid role allows 2-3 days a week in the office. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in property law, excellent advisory skills, and the ability to maintain long-term client relationships. Salary ranges from £55,000 to £110,000.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in agricultural and rural property law.
• Strong knowledge of UK agricultural property law.
• Excellent drafting and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of agricultural property transactions.
• Advise on land development and diversification projects.
• Draft and negotiate agricultural property agreements.

Skills

Experience in agricultural property law

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent client management

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) or CLC

Job description

Job Title: Agricultural Property Solicitor 2-10 PQE

Salary: £55,000 - £110,000

Hours: Full Time

Location: Bristol, Hybrid, 2-3 days a week in the office.

Job Reference: CWS533

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage your own caseload from start to finish, including sales, purchases, lettings, and licences of agricultural and rural property.
• Advise on land development and diversification projects, including promotion and option agreements, renewable energy schemes, and other rural enterprise initiatives.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of agricultural property agreements, working collaboratively with paralegals and colleagues.
• Provide legal guidance on estate management, including succession planning, Agricultural Holdings Act (AHA) and Farm Business Tenancies (FBT), and rights of way.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to advise on regulatory, commercial, and compliance issues affecting rural businesses.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships with landowners, farmers, and estate managers.
• Keep up-to-date with legal, policy, and regulatory developments in agricultural, land use, and environmental law.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) or CLC with solid experience in agricultural, rural, property law.
• Strong knowledge of UK agricultural property law, estate management, and tenancy arrangements (AHA, FBT).
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills.
• Strong client management and communication skills.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a wider team.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed) or apply below