About this role
Agricultural Property Partner/Head of Department
7+ PQE | Dorchester/Poundbury | Hybrid Working
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Agricultural Property Solicitor or Partner to establish and lead a specialist Agriculture & Rural Land practice in Dorset.
My client is investing in the growth of its West Country offering and is looking for an experienced lawyer to build the team, develop new client relationships and shape the future direction of the department. You’ll have the autonomy to grow the practice, backed by a firm with complementary expertise across Private Client, Planning, Construction and Commercial law.
The Role
Lead and develop the Agriculture & Rural Land practiceAdvise farmers, landed estates, rural businesses and developersHandle agricultural property sales and purchases, farm tenancies and estate transactionsAdvise on Agricultural Holdings Act matters and Farm Business TenanciesSupport rural diversification, land development, renewables and natural capital projectsDeal with rights of way, easements, overage and rural property disputesBuild and develop a strong client base through networking and business developmentWork collaboratively with other departments to deliver joined-up legal servicesRecruit, supervise and mentor lawyers as the team expandsRaise the firm’s profile through sector events, networking and thought leadership About You
Qualified Solicitor with substantial Agricultural or Rural Property experience, ideally 7+ years’ PQEStrong technical expertise across agricultural property transactions and rural land mattersProven ability to develop client relationships and generate new businessEstablished contacts across the farming, landed estates and rural business sectorsLeadership experience, with the ability to build and develop a teamCommercially minded, entrepreneurial and confident taking ownership of a growing practice What’s on Offer?
Opportunity to build and lead a specialist practice from the outsetGenuine autonomy to shape the department’s strategy and growthStrong support from complementary Planning, Construction, Private Client and Commercial teamsHigh-quality work for farmers, landowners, estates and rural businessesFlexible hybrid workingOpportunity to establish yourself as a key figure in the firm’s West Country offering My client is keen to shortlist candidates for interview as soon as possible. If you’re an experienced Agricultural Property Solicitor or Partner looking for the opportunity to lead and grow a practice, contact Chris Rodriguez at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or apply online with your CV.
(Please note salary is just a guideline).