Associate - Agriculture / Rural & Estates - Exeter

Associate - Agriculture / Rural & Estates - Exeter
Location: Exeter
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible working available)
Salary: £55,000 - £68,000 (depending on experience)

A leading national law firm is seeking an Associate to join its expanding Agriculture, Rural & Estates team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly respected group of rural property specialists, advising landowners, estates, farmers, and agricultural businesses on a wide range of high quality matters. You'll work alongside Legal 500 and Chambers recognised lawyers and develop your expertise across the full spectrum of rural and estates work.

The Role
You'll be responsible for advising clients on a broad range of rural and agricultural matters, including:

• Agricultural tenancies (AHA and FBT)
• Rural land sales and acquisitions
• Estate management and diversification projects
• Renewable energy schemes and environmental stewardship
• Disposals of rural land for development
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex transactions and research tasks
• Delivering clear, concise and commercially focused advice
• Building strong client relationships and providing exceptional service

You will also contribute to the team's growth by:

• Attending agricultural shows, networking events and sector forums
• Supporting business development initiatives within the rural sector
• Helping to raise the profile of the team and firm

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a solicitor with:

• Strong experience or a genuine interest in rural property, agriculture, and estates work
• Excellent drafting skills and the ability to deliver clear, commercial advice
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive approach to business development and relationship building
• High levels of initiative, organisation and attention to detail
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to achieving team targets

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• A range of wellbeing initiatives
• Supportive, inclusive culture with clear progression opportunities

The firm welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

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 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.*