Solicitor - Agriculture & Landed Estates - Cheltenham - 1+ PQE

Solicitor - Agriculture & Landed Estates - Cheltenham - 1+ Years PQE
Location: Cheltenham
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

A highly regarded, first tier ranked agricultural practice is seeking an Agricultural Associate Solicitor to join its well-established Agriculture and Landed Estates team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer to develop a long-term career in rural property law within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Role
You will work closely with senior fee earners while developing your own varied caseload across a broad range of rural and agricultural matters, including:

• Title reviewing and reporting
• Rural land sales and purchases
• Transfers of whole and part
• Overage and option agreements
• Agricultural tenancies (acting for both landlords and tenants)
• Deeds of easement and wayleaves
• Land registration matters
• Sales by auction
• Secured lending work
• Managing client, solicitor and internal enquiries
• Maintaining accurate matter schedules
• Supporting business development through events and content creation
• Continuing professional development and training

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a solicitor who can demonstrate:

• 1 year PQE+ or more in property law (agricultural experience not essential)
• A commercial, solutions-focused approach
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and drafting ability
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive, professional and client-focused mindset
• A genuine interest in rural property, countryside matters or agricultural businesses

Benefits
The firm offers:

• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Exposure to high-quality, specialist rural work
• Clear progression opportunities
• Strong learning and development support
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you would like a confidential discussion about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*