Agriculture & Rural Affairs Lawyer | £45k+ | Somerset | Established Firm | Long-Term Opportunity

QED Legal LLP; Wells; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm in Somerset is seeking an Agriculture & Rural Affairs Lawyer to provide legal advice on property transactions and compliance matters. The ideal candidate has over 3 years PQE in relevant fields. This full-time, permanent role offers autonomy and opportunities for long-term career growth in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Long-term career opportunities

Collaborative culture

Autonomy in the role

Qualifications

• Experience in agriculture, rural affairs, or property law.
• Ability to manage diverse caseloads and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on property transactions and succession planning.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners and rural businesses.

Skills

Property transactions

Regulatory guidance

Contract drafting

Client relationship management

Education

3+ years' PQE in agriculture, rural affairs, or property law

Job description

Overview

Agriculture & Rural Affairs Lawyer | £45k+ | Somerset | EstablishedFirm | Long-Term Opportunity

Responsibilities

• Advise on property transactions, succession planning, and tenancies within agriculture and rural affairs.
• Provide guidance on regulatory, planning, and compliance matters affecting rural clients.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and agreements; manage a diverse caseload while delivering practical, high-quality advice.
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, farmers, and rural businesses.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to support client needs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ PQE in agriculture, rural affairs, or property law.
• Strong technical background and ability to manage client relationships directly.
• Based in Somerset (Wells, Street, or Somerton) or willing to work on-site in the Southwest countryside.

What we offer

• Full-time, permanent role with autonomy and opportunities for long-term career growth.
• Supportive, collaborative culture with experienced colleagues.
• Opportunity to work in a well-established Somerset firm with a strong rural reputation.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV to [e-mail]. For a confidential chat about this role or others in the Southwest, contact on LinkedIn, email, or phone at 07300 236070.