Rural Property Lawyer (2+ PQE) - Taunton
Join a leading regional, multi-office law firm ranked in the Legal 500 and recognised among the UK Top 200 law firms. The firm is highly regarded for its Rural sector expertise, collaborative culture and commitment to employee development.
The Role
An exciting opportunity for a Solicitor or FCILEx to join a growing Rural Property team in Taunton. This role offers the chance to help develop the firm's rural offering locally, with genuine scope to build and lead the practice over time.
You'll advise a broad range of clients including farmers, landowners, estates, trusts, rural businesses, developers and private individuals on matters including:
- Farm, estate and agricultural land sales and acquisitions
- Agricultural and farm business tenancies
- Strategic land and development projects
- Renewable energy schemes
- Easements, rights of way and property rights
- Estate management and diversification projects
Candidate Requirements
- Solicitor or FCILEx with 2+ years' PQE
- Experience in Rural Property, Agricultural Law, Commercial Property or a related practice area
- Strong technical and commercial skills
- Ability to build lasting client and referrer relationships
- Genuine interest in the rural and agricultural sector
Why Join?
- High-quality work with one of the South West's leading Rural teams
- Opportunity to play a key role in growing the Taunton offering
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- Private medical insurance and life assurance
- Wellbeing support and paid volunteering days
- Strong training, mentoring and career progression opportunities
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Rural Property lawyer seeking quality work, long-term progression and the chance to make a real impact within a highly respected regional practice.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*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.*
