Agriculture & Estates Associate Solicitor

The Opportunity:

Are you an Agricultural or Property Lawyer with 2+ years PQE, looking for progression in a rewarding and dynamic role? We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our experienced Agricultural Property team in Attleborough and/or Norwich. 

About the Role:

Our team works with a wide variety of agricultural clients, including farmers, landowners, and businesses in the rural sector. You will handle a broad range of interesting and complex agricultural property matters while working closely with other departments to offer holistic legal advice. You'll have the opportunity to actively contribute to business development, foster relationships, and make a real impact in a thriving department.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and manage a diverse range of agricultural property matters, including sales, purchases, tenancy advice, and easement agreements.

• Work closely with colleagues across multiple departments, offering comprehensive legal services to clients.

• Play an active role in the firm's business development initiatives, attending events, and developing key client relationships.

• Use your experience and knowledge to drive innovative solutions for your clients in the agricultural sector.

What We're Looking For:

• At least 2 years PQE in agricultural property law, or relevant transactional property experience.

• A keen interest in agricultural matters, with a strong understanding of the sector.

• Excellent commercial awareness, and the ability to think strategically.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients.

• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

• A solid understanding of land use regulations, and environmental considerations specific to the sector. 

Strong communication and negotiation skills are vital for working with agricultural clients, including farmers, landowners, and rural businesses, while analytical and problem-solving abilities help in addressing the unique challenges in the field.

Attention to detail is crucial when dealing with property transactions, contracts, and regulatory compliance. Adaptability and an understanding of the ever-evolving legal landscape in agriculture, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as surveyors, are also important for success in this specialisation.

The Candidate:

Unsurprisingly we are looking for someone who recognises the unique challenges that face the Agricultural sector and wants to play their part in helping our wide range of clients. The ideal candidate will be adept at managing multiple tasks and have a good attention to detail. They should be a team-player who can quickly gain the trust of their team and clients as well as our professional colleagues in this demanding area of legal work. We pride ourselves in putting our clients at the forefront of what we do, and we are looking for candidates who share this passion.

#TeamSpire:

Spire Solicitors LLP is one of the largest legal firms in the region. With our head office in the heart of Norwich city centre, we have a strong regional presence with offices in market towns throughout Norfolk including Attleborough, Aylsham, Dereham, Diss, Watton and Wymondham. We offer a comprehensive range of legal advice and we pride ourselves on our friendly and personable culture.

Benefits:

• Healthcare cash plan with Bupa

• Contributory pension scheme

• 25 days' annual leave (FTE), plus Bank Holidays

• 2 self-care days per year (FTE)

• 3 days paid "close down" days at Christmas

• Personal Development Plan to support your career

• Wellbeing Champions to support your wellbeing within the firm

• Agile/Flexi Working Policy

• Staff events, and an active social committee

• A collaborative and engaging company culture

Equal Opportunities:

Spire Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer with all applicants considered for interview and potential subsequent employment without regard to disability, gender identity, race, sex, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.