Agricultural Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks a qualified Agricultural Solicitor with over 3 years PQE to join its dynamic team. The role involves handling agricultural law matters, drafting documents, and client management. In return, enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and increased annual leave.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Generous pension scheme

25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Applications welcome from qualified solicitors with 3+ years’ PQE.
• Prior experience in agricultural law is not essential.
• Strong experience in Private Client or Property law with interest in Agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate documents for property sales and easements.
• Manage smaller transactions independently.
• Support senior colleagues on larger deals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Business development

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor

3+ years PQE

Job description

Agricultural Solicitor, 3+ PQE, Kent, £65-80,000 (DOE) – This is an excellent opportunity to join the highly successful Agricultural team of this UK Top 50 Law Firm. For more information or to apply for this role contact Gemma Jones on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV. JOB REF: 215300174

TITLE: Agricultural Solicitor
PQE: 3+
LOCATION: Kent
SALARY: £65-80K (DOE)

THE ROLE:
A leading UK law firm is seeking a driven Solicitor to join its growing and highly regarded Agricultural team. The team advises on a broad range of rural matters, including agricultural land transactions (with options, overages, and pre-emption agreements), tenancies, sporting and fishing rights, refinancing, residential conveyancing, business structures, diversification, and succession planning. Working in a collaborative and supportive environment, you will draft and negotiate documents for property sales and easements, manage smaller transactions independently, support senior colleagues on larger deals, attend client, and firm meetings, and participate in business development activities.

THE CANDIDATE:
Applications are welcome from qualified solicitors with 3+ years’ PQE. While prior experience in agricultural law is not essential, candidates with strong experience in either Private Client or Property law and a genuine interest in Agriculture and Estates will be well suited. You should demonstrate excellent attention to detail, consistently producing high-quality work, and have a flexible, proactive approach to meeting client deadlines and maintaining clear, regular communication. An interest in and aptitude for business development is also important.

THE FIRM:
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a respected firm renowned for providing high-quality legal services to a broad range of private and commercial clients across various sectors. You will join a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and benefit from a competitive rewards package. This includes hybrid working, a generous pension scheme, 25 days’ annual leave (FTE) plus Bank Holidays — rising to 30 days with service — private healthcare, life assurance, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

TO APPLY:
Contact Gemma Jones on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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