Rural Property Solicitor / FCILEX - Taunton - 2+ Years PQE
Location: Taunton
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £55,000 to £80,000 (DOE)
A well established South West law firm is seeking an ambitious Rural Property Solicitor / FCILEX (2+ PQE) to join its highly regarded Rural team in Taunton. This is an excellent opportunity to advise a diverse range of rural clients while enjoying high quality work, strong support and genuine opportunities for progression.
The Role
You'll manage a varied and often complex caseload of rural and agricultural property matters, including:
- Sales and acquisitions of farms, agricultural land and rural estates
- Agricultural tenancies and farm business tenancies
- Land development and strategic land matters
- Renewable energy projects
- Easements, rights of way and other rural property rights
- Estate and land management matters
- Diversification projects and rural business transactions
You'll work closely with colleagues across a wider Rural team known for its specialist expertise and collaborative approach. As the Taunton office continues to grow, you will play a key role in developing the rural offering locally, with scope to lead the team in due course.
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor or FCILEX with:
- 2-8+ years PQE in rural property, agricultural law, commercial property or a related area
- Strong technical skills and commercial awareness
- Confidence managing a varied caseload independently
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships
- Genuine interest in the rural sector and the challenges faced by rural businesses and landowners
- Motivation to contribute to the growth of a developing office and team
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Competitive salary and annual profit share
- Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
- Private medical insurance and group life assurance
- Comprehensive wellbeing support
- Three additional days' paid leave for volunteering
- Clear progression pathways, regular training, mentorship and professional development
Why Join?
The firm is known for its people centred culture, strong community values and commitment to employee development. With a growing presence in the South West and a supportive, collaborative working environment, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding long term career.
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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 from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline
*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.*
