Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor / Associate

Chadwick Nott; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal practice in Salisbury is seeking a bright and proactive Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor or Associate. The role offers a chance to work with estates, farmers, and rural businesses on various legal matters including buying and selling properties, advising on agricultural tenancies, and supporting estate planning. Ideal candidates will have 1-5 years' PQE and strong communication skills. Flexible working and a clear career path are included as benefits.

Benefits

Attractive benefits including a bonus scheme

Generous holiday including birthday and Christmas leave

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proactive Solicitor or Associate with a passion for Agriculture and Rural Property.
• Experience or exposure to rural or agricultural property.
• Confident communicator with strong technical skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client-first communication

Team collaboration

Education

1-5 years PQE in law

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

• 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

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*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.*