Agricultural Solicitor

SaccoMann; Penrith; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SaccoMann in Penrith is seeking a Permanent Agricultural Solicitor to join a thriving rural property team. You will advise on sales, purchases and lettings of rural properties, and support estate management and farming interests with a proactive, client-focused approach.

The role offers a flexible working model, modern offices in Cumbria and clear opportunities for career development in rural and landed estates work.

Qualifications

• Rural property law
• Legal advisory
• Commercial property knowledge
• Client management
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Advise on the sales, purchase and letting of rural properties
• Handle easements, rights of way, and estate management work
• Assist with agricultural tenancies and successions
• Work on minerals ownership, renewable energy schemes, and sporting rights
• Engage in rural secured lending and other rural property-related matters

Job description

Flexible working environment, modern facilities, commitment to community engagement, excellent career development opportunities

Join a thriving legal team specialising in rural and landed estates as a Permanent Agricultural Solicitor in picturesque Penrith. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and skilled solicitor to develop their expertise within a dynamic law firm. Our clientprides themself on a progressive approach to legal services, emphasising teamwork and client care. With modern offices and a flexible working model, it fosters a supportive and inclusive culture. About the Role

This role is perfectly suited for Solicitors with a keen interest in rural property law, including farms, estates, rights of way, agricultural tenancies, minerals, and renewable energy schemes.

You will:

• Advise on the sales, purchaseand letting of rural properties
• Handle easements, rights of way, and estate management work
• Assist with agricultural tenancies and successions
• Work on minerals ownership, renewable energy schemes, and sporting rights
• Engage in rural secured lending and other rural property-related matters

As part of a growing Agricultural team, you will benefit from a collaborative environment, with flexible working initiatives.

The Ideal Solicitor for this role will be:

• At NQ level, or with up to 5 years of PQE in rural property or relevant experience (if you are at NQ level, you will have experience in Commercial Property, or desirably, Agricultural Property during your training)
• Strong technical ability and proactive attitude
• Excellent client and people management skills
• Interest in a rural law practice, with commercial awareness and a desire to specialise further in this area

What's In It For You

• Flexible, agile working environment, supported by modern, spacious offices
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialisation in rural and landed estates work
• A friendly, inclusive culture rooted in trust, teamwork, and social responsibility
• Participation in a forward-thinking firm invested in employee wellbeing and development

If you are motivated to progress your Agricultural Law career within a respected firm in Cumbria, that values excellence and community, we would love to hear from you.