Associate / Sr Associate - Agriculture & Estates - Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Wales; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Bonus scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

27 days annual leave

Gym membership contribution

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Cardiff is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Agriculture & Estates team. You will manage a variety of agricultural matters, advise clients, and work collaboratively within a supportive team. The firm offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £85,000 based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years PQE in agricultural law or broader property work.
• Strong technical and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on agricultural and estates matters.
• Collaborate with the wider team on projects.
• Engage in business development opportunities.

Skills

Agricultural law

Property law

Technical and drafting skills

Client relationship management

Commercial acumen

Job description

Associate / Senior Associate - Agriculture & Estates - Cardiff - 4-8 years PQE
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £85,000 (depending on experience)

A leading UK law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Agriculture & Estates team in Cardiff. This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow transactional work within a nationally recognised practice, supported by a collaborative team across contentious and non-contentious matters.

The Role
You'll advise on a broad range of agricultural and estates matters, including:

• Sales, purchases, and mortgages
• Estate management and agricultural tenancies
• Tax and succession planning
• Conservation and natural capital projects
• Biodiversity Net Gain agreements

You'll also:

• Develop and maintain specialist knowledge
• Collaborate across the wider team
• Engage in business development and referral opportunities

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified lawyer with:

• 4-8 years PQE
• Experience in agricultural law or broader property work
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Ability to manage client relationships and work collaboratively
• Commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Ambition, organisation, and a proactive mindset

Benefits
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Income Protection and Private Medical Insurance
• Bonus scheme and Electric Vehicle scheme
• International secondments (0-5 PQE)
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Life Assurance and Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership contribution and flu vaccinations
• Access to wellbeing and perks platforms

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*