Agriculture & Land Senior Associate Solicitor

Austen Lloyd Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm based in Somerset seeks a qualified Agriculture & Land Senior Associate Solicitor to join its rural property and estates team. The ideal candidate will have strong agricultural law experience and the ability to advise a diverse client base. This role offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for progression to partner at a Legal 500 ranked practice. Emphasis on client management and mentoring junior staff is essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Clear progression to Partner

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in agricultural, rural, or land law.
• Ready to step up to Senior Associate level or beyond.
• Excellent technical and drafting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on agricultural and land-related matters.
• Manage sales, leases, and agricultural estate management.
• Support junior lawyers and contribute to team development.

Skills

Strong experience in agricultural law

Strong client management abilities

Excellent technical and drafting skills

Interest in business development

Proactive and professional demeanor

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Agriculture & Land Senior Associate Solicitor - Somerset

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A leading Legal 500 firm in Somerset is seeking an experienced Agriculture & Land Senior Associate Solicitor to join its highly regarded rural property and estates team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer to work on complex, high-quality agricultural and land matters while enjoying hybrid working, clear progression prospects, and a competitive salary package.

The Role

You will advise a broad client base including farmers, landowners, estates, developers, and rural businesses on a wide range of agricultural and land-related matters, including:

• Sales, purchases, and leasing of agricultural land and rural property
• Farm business tenancies, grazing licences, and contract farming arrangements
• Agricultural estate management and strategic land advice
• Easements, rights of way, overage, and development-related agreements
• Acting on renewable energy and diversification projects
• Supporting junior lawyers and contributing to the development of the team
• Playing a key role in business development and client relationship management

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear and structured progression to Partner for the right candidate
• Opportunity to work within a Legal 500 ranked rural practice
• High-quality, complex work with longstanding clients
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative firm culture

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in agricultural, rural, or land law
• Senior Associate level or ready to step up
• Excellent technical and drafting skills
• Commercially aware with strong client management abilities
• Interest in business development and mentoring junior colleagues
• Proactive, professional, and committed to delivering exceptional client service

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