Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor / Associate

Chadwick Nott; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott seeks a proactive Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor or Associate for their Salisbury team. This role offers a unique opportunity to handle a dynamic range of cases within a supportive environment focused on rural property law. Candidates with a passion for agriculture and 1-5 years PQE will thrive in this innovative and forward-thinking department, collaborating with estates and landowners across major high-quality matters.

Benefits

Clear career path with tailored progression.

Flexible working options.

Supportive team culture.

Attractive benefits including bonus scheme.

Generous holiday and healthcare plans.

Qualifications

• PQE ideally with some exposure to rural or agricultural property.
• Strong technical skills required.
• Collaborative and down-to-earth culture fit.

Responsibilities

• Handle buying and selling farms, estates, and country homes.
• Advise on agricultural tenancies and business structures.
• Support landowners with estate planning and succession.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Client-first approach

Team player

Education

1-5 years PQE

Job description

Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor / Associate
Location: Salisbury

We're looking for a bright, proactive Solicitor or Associate with a passion for Agriculture and Rural Property to join a dynamic and friendly team in Salisbury. This is a great opportunity to develop your career within a highly ranked and forward-thinking department working with estates, farmers, landowners, and rural businesses across the South.

What You'll Be Doing
You'll be part of a supportive, busy team handling a broad mix of quality work, including:

• Buying and selling farms, estates, and country homes
• Advising on agricultural tenancies and business structures
• Handling rights of way, easements, equestrian leases, and sporting rights
• Working on renewable energy schemes and natural capital projects
• Supporting landowners with estate planning and succession strategies

Ideal Candidate

• 1-5 years PQE, ideally with some exposure to rural or agricultural property
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with a client-first approach
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative, down-to-earth culture

Bonus if you've worked on:

• Renewable energy or biodiversity projects
• Agricultural tenancy matters
• Equine property or rural sporting agreements

What's in It for You?

• Clear career path - tailored progression from day one through a bespoke development framework
• Flexible working - hybrid options to suit your lifestyle
• Supportive team culture - approachable colleagues, no egos, and plenty of encouragement
• Attractive benefits - including a bonus scheme, generous holiday (plus birthday and Christmas leave), healthcare cash plan, EAP, cycle-to-work, and more
• Top-tier clients - work on high-quality matters with estates, landowners, and rural enterprises

Whether you're already working in this space or looking to carve out your niche in rural property law, this is an exciting opportunity to join a respected team and take your career to the next level.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*