Agricultural Solicitor

Ware & Kay Solicitors Ltd; Malton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Building – Corporate volunteering

Professional Development- Structured,

Bonus Scheme – criteria for eligible

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Legal services- criteria for eligible

Enhanced annual leave

Long Service Award

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Job summary

Ware & Kay Solicitors Ltd in Malton is seeking an experienced Agricultural Solicitor to manage a varied caseload and provide expert advice on farm property, tenancies, and related governance. You will build client relationships, drive business development, and maintain high professional standards.

The role requires 3+ years PQE in agricultural law, strong drafting skills, and a pragmatic approach to solving complex rural matters for landowners and lenders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in agricultural law
• Experience advising on Farm Business Tenancies, Agricultural Holdings Act Tenancies, Grazing Licenses
• Drafting and advising on development agreements such as options, easements, overage/clawback
• Strong client service and ability to build repeat business
• Experience handling sale/purchase of agricultural property and businesses
• Experience acting for lenders on security and funding matters
• Proven ability to manage files efficiently using case management systems
• Commitment to professional practice rules and regulatory standards
• Support marketing and business development activities
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of agricultural matters
• Provide expert legal advice on farm property and tenancies
• Draft and negotiate development agreements
• Act for lenders on security and funding matters
• Support business development and client relationship growth
• Ensure files are managed efficiently and compliant with standards
• Contribute to training and professional development

Skills

Agricultural law

Farm tenancies

Security & funding advice

Client relationship management

Tools

Case management software

Time recording systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Agricultural Solicitor with a strong background in handling complex agricultural legal matters. In this role, you will manage a varied caseload, deliver expert legal advice, and provide tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of our clients. Your ability to navigate intricate legal frameworks, coupled with strategic problem-solving skills, will be key to helping our clients achieve their objectives.

• At least 3+ years PQE with solid experience in agricultural law
• Advising on Farm Business Tenancies, Agricultural Holdings Act Tenancies, and Grazing Licenses
• Handling the sale and purchase of agricultural property and businesses
• Acting for lenders on security and funding matters
• Drafting and advising on development agreements such as options, easements, and overage/clawback agreements
• Providing excellent client service and understanding the needs of rural and farming clients
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to generate repeat work
• Managing files efficiently using case management and time recording systems
• Complying with professional practice rules and regulatory standards
• Supporting marketing and business development activities
• Taking part in ongoing training and professional development

Benefits:

• Team Building – Corporate volunteering, regular staff wellbeing events including office treat days, colleague of the month, Christmas party
• Professional Development- Structured, funded and supported training encouraged
• Bonus Scheme – criteria for eligibility
• Health and Wellbeing benefits
• Legal services- criteria for eligibility
• Enhanced annual leave
• Long Service Award
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme – criteria for eligibility

At Ware & Kay, we are committed to attracting talented individuals and pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive environment. Our staff are given the best opportunities to take ownership of their career and their professional development.

Over the last 200 years, we have established ourselves as a leading Yorkshire law firm, we are trusted by our community and our reputation precedes us.

Our Visions and Values are paramount to our clients and our staff. So, if you are committed, approachable and embody integrity in everything you do, then we want to hear from you!

Ware & Kay is an Equal Opportunities employer. We want to give every candidate the chance to perform their best throughout the application and recruitment process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments, please do not hesitate to let us know.