Senior Associate/Legal Director

TSR Legal; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected law firm in Carmarthen is seeking a Senior Associate or Director to join their Agricultural team. The role involves providing tailored legal advice in estate planning for rural clients, fostering client relationships, and contributing to the growth of the practice. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with extensive experience in agricultural law and strong ties to the rural community. This is a hybrid working opportunity.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years PQE working with agricultural clients.
• Strong background in private client work focused on agricultural estates.
• Understanding of the rural and farming community.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on estate and succession planning.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Collaborate with other teams to provide integrated services.
• Contribute to the growth of the Agricultural Estate Planning service.
• Attend agricultural shows and networking events.

Skills

Expert legal advice on estate and succession planning

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership and mentoring

Business development

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

Overview

Senior Associate / Director – Agricultural Estate Planning Solicitor
Carmarthen - Hybrid Working
Full-time / Permanent

TSR Legal are currently working with a highly regarded law firm based in Carmarthen who pride themselves on delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services across a variety of practices areas across South Wales.

Our client’s Agricultural team is highly respected and widely recognised for its depth of experience and understanding of the unique challenges facing rural businesses and families. Due to growth, our client is seeking either a Senior Associate or Director/Partner level Solicitor to join its expanding practice.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced solicitor to play a leading role in the development and delivery of bespoke estate planning services to an agricultural and rural client base. You will work closely with farmers, landowners, and high-net-worth individuals to provide tailored advice on wills, trusts, succession planning, tax mitigation, and the preservation of family wealth across generations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on estate and succession planning for agricultural clients, including wills, trusts, tax planning, and business structuring.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, professional referrers, and colleagues within the firm.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Property, Litigation, and Corporate teams to offer a fully integrated service.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Agricultural Estate Planning service and support junior team members through mentorship and supervision.
• Attend and present at agricultural shows, seminars, and networking events to represent and build the firm’s rural brand. Ensure all advice is delivered in line with relevant legal, regulatory, and professional standards.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with at least 6 years PQE working with agricultural clients
• A strong background in private client work, with a particular focus on agricultural and rural estates.
• Commercially aware with excellent interpersonal skills and a client-centric approach.
• A natural leader with experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
• Strong ties to or understanding of the rural and farming community in Wales or the UK.
• Willingness to take a proactive role in business development and the growth of the team.

This is a rare opportunity to join an established and forward-thinking law firm where you will play a key role in shaping the future of the agricultural estate planning offering. If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career please contact Ryan at TSR Legal confidentially on 07554 389913 or [e-mail] to arrange a call.