Newly Qualified Rural Property Solicitor

QED Legal LLP; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading private practice as a solicitor in their esteemed Rural Property Team. Ideal for those recently qualified or soon to qualify, this role offers exposure to a variety of rural property matters, with a strong focus on professional growth and team support. Enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits including life assurance

Ability to buy/sell annual leave

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Recently qualified or soon to qualify solicitor.
• Some experience in rural property matters preferred.
• Solid property experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the sale and acquisition of rural properties.
• Assist with option and lease agreements for renewable energy.
• Maintain understanding of relevant law and conduct legal research.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Business development skills

Understanding of relevant law and policy

Job description

Outstanding opportunity to join a fantastic private practice and become part of its widely respected Rural Property Team.

This role is open to candidates who have recently qualified or are soon to qualify. Ideally, you shall have some experience of rural property matters during your traineeship. However, candidates who have solid property experience and a keen interest in rural matters shall also be considered.

This is a great private practice, known for their excellent work and how well they look after their teams. They have a low attrition rate, which speaks for itself. You will be supported and given the opportunity to further deepen your skills and expertise within rural property work.

Matters you shall be involved with include:

• The sale and acquisition of rural properties such as estates, forests, and farms
• Assisting with option and lease agreements for renewable energy projects
• Access agreements for renewable energy projects

You must be someone who can demonstrate their passion for this area of law and be prepared to undertake responsibility for maintaining an understanding of relevant law, policy, and practice, and to identify where legal research is required.

Excellent communication skills and a willingness to participate in business development are required.

A competitive salary and generous benefits include life assurance, the ability to buy/sell annual leave, and a discretionary annual bonus scheme.

For more information, please contact Deborah Collier at QED Legal on the details provided.