Solicitor / Associate - Agriculture & Rural Property

Trethowans; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading law firm as an Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor / Associate in Salisbury. You'll work on varied cases involving rural land, estates, and agricultural tenancies, all while being part of a supportive culture that encourages career progression. The role offers hybrid working and comprehensive benefits tailored to your professional growth.

Benefits

Generous holidays

Birthday & Christmas leave

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Health-care cash plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Team activities

Qualifications

• 1-5 years PQE in property law with exposure to agricultural or rural property.
• Sharp technical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaborative and client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Buying and selling farms, estates, and country houses.
• Managing agricultural tenancies and succession planning.
• Handling rights of way and renewable energy projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Client-focused mindset

Technical skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Agriculture & Rural Property Solicitor / Associate

Location: Salisbury
PQE: 1-5 years (qualified solicitor or at Associate level)
Type: Full‑time, Permanent

About Trethowans

We’re more than just a law firm – we’re a place where good, down‑to‑earth people thrive. With over 150 years’ history in the South, our Band1-ranked Agriculture & Rural Property team delivers expert, no-nonsense legal advice – always cutting to the chase and adding real value. We pride ourselves on a friendly, inclusive culture where every opinion counts and everyone has a part to play.

Join a Leading Legal Team Shaping the Future of Rural Law

We are seeking a talented and driven Solicitor or Associate with experience in Agriculture and Rural Property Law to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly regarded department that advises a diverse client base including landowners, estates, farmers, and rural businesses.

The Role

You’ll join a busy, well-established team, working on a varied caseload including:

• Buying and selling farms, estates and country houses
• Agricultural tenancies, farm business structures and succession planning
• Rights of way, easements, sporting and equestrian leases
• Renewable energy projects, natural capital and biodiversity enhancements
• Estate planning for landowners and families

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a solicitor with:

• 1-5 years’ PQE in property law – ideally with some exposure to agricultural or rural property
• Sharp technical skills and meticulous attention to detail
• A collaborative, client-focused mindset
• Excellent communication skills
• Ambition to grow, learn and progress through our internal TOP (Trethowans Opportunities for Progression) framework.
• Bonus points if you’ve handled renewable energy on rural land, farm tenancies, or equine projects.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive culture – no egos, just approachable colleagues who cheer each other on
• Career progression – clear routes from Associate to Partner via our bespoke TOP development programme
• Hybrid flexibility – a blend of office and home working
• Firm-wide camaraderie – whether it’s ice‑cream days in summer, team rounders, or Friday drinks, there’s always something happening
• Reputation & clients – work on high-profile, quality cases for estates, farmers and rural landowners
• Comprehensive benefits – generous holidays, birthday & Christmas leave, bonus scheme, pension, health‑care cash plan, cycle‑to‑work, EAP, and more

Whether you’re currently in an agricultural property role or looking to specialise, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your expertise and make a real impact.