Solicitor - Agriculture & Estates - Bristol - 0-3 Years PQE

Solicitor - Agriculture & Estates - Bristol - 0-3 Years PQE
Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor to join a leading Agriculture & Estates team within a highly respected national practice. The team forms part of a wider Private Client division and is one of the largest and best qualified agricultural practices in the UK, advising farmers, landowners, landed estates and agri businesses across a broad range of rural property matters. Based in Bristol, you will join a specialist group of rural lawyers with deep sector knowledge and access to a strong national network.

The Role
You will join the transactional sub team, supporting a wide range of rural real estate work. Responsibilities include:

• Drafting and negotiating contracts, deeds, documents, advice notes and correspondence
• Managing and supporting an active caseload, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of advice
• Direct communication with clients, advisers and other stakeholders
• Advising on farm acquisitions and disposals, refinancing, renewable energy projects, natural capital, equestrian matters and estate management
• Working closely with colleagues across the Agriculture & Estates team
• Participating in marketing, networking and business development initiatives

This is a varied and hands on role offering exposure to high quality rural work and the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within a supportive and collaborative team.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a motivated and detail driven lawyer with:

• Completion of a recognised training contract or equivalent qualifying experience
• 0-3 years' PQE gained at a reputable legal practice
• Demonstrable interest and foundational knowledge in Agriculture & Estates
• Strong attention to detail and consistently high quality drafting skills
• Excellent client care skills and professional integrity
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, case management systems, Outlook and digital dictation
• A proactive, organised and collaborative approach

PQE is provided as a guide only - candidates will be assessed on individual merit.

Benefits
The firm offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Long service holiday awards
• Private healthcare (after probation)
• Scottish Widows pension scheme (5% employer / 5% employee)
• Staff profit share and individual performance bonus scheme
• Salary sacrifice options
• Life assurance (4x salary) and permanent health insurance
• Paid CSR day
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Subsidised gym membership
• Electric car scheme
• Dress for your day policy
• Hybrid working and flexible working options

The firm is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

How to Apply

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Olivia Reed
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 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.*