Associate / Senior Associate – Agricultural & Rural Property – Bath

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Cashplan

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join a leading Agricultural & Rural Property team in Bath. You will work closely with Partners on high-quality matters, managing a varied caseload including land development, lending, and rural property advisories.

The role offers hybrid working, exposure to senior partners, and a clear pathway toward Partnership for the Senior Associate track. A tailored rewards package including private medical and life insurance is on offer.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with ideally 4+ years' PQE.
• Strong background in agricultural and rural property work.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sale and purchase transactions, strategic land development and secured lending.
• Advising farmers, landowners and agri businesses on rural property matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service.

Skills

Relationship management

Communication

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Associate / Senior Associate – Agricultural & Rural Property
Location: Bath

A highly regarded Legal 500 ranked regional firm is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Tier 1 Agricultural & Rural Property team. This is a standout opportunity to work closely with leading Partners in Bath, taking on high quality work and playing a key role in the team’s ambitious growth plans.

You'll have the autonomy to manage your own varied caseload, including:

• Sale and purchase transactions, strategic land development and secured lending
• Advising farmers, landowners and agri businesses on rural property matters
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service

While the role is based in Bath, you'll also collaborate with colleagues across other offices, giving you exposure to a wide range of clients and matters. For Senior Associates, this is a genuine pathway towards Partnership.

About you:

• Qualified solicitor with ideally 4+ years' PQE
• Strong background in agricultural and rural property work
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills

What's on offer:
You'll be joining a supportive, inclusive team in a firm that values balance and flexibility, with hybrid working available. Alongside a collaborative culture and regular networking events, you'll benefit from a tailored package of rewards including Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Cashplan and more.

*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.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £62000 – £75000 per annum
Location: Bath, Somerset