Agricultural Solicitor

Agricultural Property Solicitor/Legal Executive is sought to join a leading national law firm based in Exeter. Ideally you will have at least 1+ years PQE but newly qualified solicitors who have excellent academics and a seat in this area of law are also encouraged to apply. On offer is an excellent starting salary plus extensive benefits. As a firm with extensive agricultural connections, the team are looking to expand their specialist team and are looking for an experienced solicitor to work as part of the Agricultural Property team.

The practice have ambitious plans for growth, to assist with their plans they know they need the right people. As a team with a strong reputation for their property offerings, the firm have a constant need for high quality property lawyers to handle a varied case load of commercial property work, largely arising in a rural context. As the appointed Agricultural Property Solicitor you will be dealing with a varied caseload of agricultural matters and will be encouraged from the outset to have plenty of client contact exposure.

As the successful candidate, you will join other agricultural law specialists who are regarded as being among the best in their field. You will have empathy with the challenges faced by farm businesses and estates as they try to grow their organisations.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Applicants will be a qualified solicitor with at least one year's PQE and should:
• Have an understanding/ experience of the agricultural sector and an appreciation of the specific needs of clients within this area.
• Flexibility and ambition
• Experience of building relationships with both new and existing clients and professionals
• The ability to adapt to a broad range of situations and circumstances and remain calm under pressure

Newly Qualified Solicitors will be considered if they have a real dedication to develop a successful career within this area of law.