Solicitor - Agriculture

Menter a Busnes; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A niche agricultural law firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Solicitor to manage a varied client caseload, providing high-quality legal advice. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on building relationships within the agricultural sector, while also mentoring paralegals and contributing to business development. This role offers a salary range of £45,000 to £70,000 depending on experience, with a focus on delivering tailored services to long-standing farming clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified or newly qualified Solicitor with a passion for agricultural and rural sectors.
• Strong relationship-building skills with farmers and landowners.
• Highly organized and a natural problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Manage all long-standing client matters efficiently and professionally.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of legal developments and best practices.
• Ensure accurate time recording and manage billing processes.
• Supervise and support paralegals and team members.

Skills

Client management

Legal advice

Time recording and billing

File management

Team supervision

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Solicitor - Agriculture

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship – the successful applicant will need to have a pre‑existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Are you looking for a role where you can work closely with long‑standing farming clients and make a real impact in the rural sector?

Would you be interested in joining a niche firm where agricultural work is a core focus – not an add‑on?

How appealing would it be to have a varied existing caseload across farms, estates, rural businesses and property matters?

Company

Recognised expert with over 20 years of experience, this niche solicitors company delivers first‑class, tailored advice. They specialise in agricultural and commercial supporting their long‑standing clients with high‑quality solutions.

Role

We're looking for a Solicitor who's as comfortable navigating farm leases as they are untangling the fine print on rural estates. You'll manage a varied client caseload, deliver top‑notch legal advice, and keep files, billing and compliance ticking like a well‑oiled tractor. You'll also mentor paralegals and trainees, nurture a collaborative team culture, and help grow our Agriculture Department while getting stuck into business development. If you love rolling up your sleeves for the rural sector and making complex law practical for landowners, farmers and estate clients, this role is made for you.

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: £45,000 – £70,000 dep on exp

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Management and Development
You will manage all long‑standing client matters allocated, ensuring that work is conducted efficiently, professionally, and in accordance with the client’s requirements. Maintaining regular, timely, and appropriate communication with clients, participate actively in client development initiatives and promoting the company. The role requires producing work to the highest professional standards to support client retention, referrals and repeat business. You will work closely with paralegals and other team members to ensure your client’s matters are handled efficiently, while consistently delivering the highest standards of service and care.

2. Legal Advice
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal developments, legislation and best practice, ensuring compliance with CPD requirements. You will apply legal expertise effectively to resolve client issues and provide accurate, timely advice. Strict adherence to all Law Society and SRA regulatory requirements, including the Solicitor’s Accounts Rules and Code of Conduct, as well as compliance with professional accreditation standards such as CQS and Lexcel.

3. Billing and Time Recording
Ensuring accurate time recording in accordance with procedures and policies and will manage billing processes effectively to meet financial performance targets and expectations.

4. File Management
Manage all files in line with the procedures, quality standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring confidentiality and secure handling of all documentation. Progress cases efficiently to meet deadlines and client expectations, conducting file reviews in accordance with policies and compliance standards.

5. Management and Supervision
Supervise and support paralegals and other team members to ensure the delivery of high‑quality client service. Where required, you will supervise trainees in accordance with SRA and Law Society regulations. The role involves fostering positive working relationships within the company to support a collaborative and productive environment to uphold high standards of client service and strategic objectives. Assist in the management, development and ongoing success of the Agriculture Department.

About You

Personable, client‑focused qualified or newly qualified Solicitor with a passion for the agricultural and rural sectors. You'll thrive on building strong relationships with farmers, landowners and rural businesses, providing practical, clear legal advice on property, farming and estate matters. Highly organised, professional and a natural problem‑solver, you'll work collaboratively with the team to deliver exceptional client service while developing your expertise in a specialist, niche practice.

Keywords

Agricultural Law Solicitor, Rural Property Solicitor, Rural Law Solicitor, Agricultural & Rural Affairs Solicitor, Agricultural Legal Specialist, Rural Business Solicitor, Agricultural & Estates Solicitor, Agricultural Property Solicitor

How to apply

Please click on the APPLY NOW button.

Please send your CV to: Donna Morgan – Principal Recruitment Manager

*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.*

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short‑listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.