Agricultural Solicitor – Nantwich Office – Agricultural Law Department

Job Title

Agricultural Solicitor – Nantwich Office – Agricultural Law Department

Job type

Permanent - Full Time

Salary

Competitive (negotiable and dependent on experience & qualifications)

Location

Nantwich

Posted

5 months ago

Hibberts LLP are thrilled to announce an expansion to their established and dynamic Agricultural Law team.  They seek someone who is keen for hands-on experience, highly motivated and with ambitions to specialise in this niche area of law.

Newly Qualified Solicitors are invited to apply, as are Solicitors currently working in Agriculture,  Private Client, Property or Commercial Law who want to transfer their existing skillset and become a specialist in this exciting legal sector.

The position offered is full-time and will be based at our Nantwich offices. The small but unparalleled Agricultural Team includes a head of department, a partner and an associate solicitor together with dedicated and experienced support staff.  The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative and supportive team, personal development, one-to-one training and hands-on experience.

The Agricultural Law team offers numerous and diverse services and so training will be given in  agricultural tenancies, licences, grazing agreements, Electronic Communications Code leases,  succession planning, business structures, partnerships, the Environment Act 2021, rent and estate reviews, farm and estate acquisitions and sales, option agreements, wayleaves, easements, pipelines, above ground installations, mineral workings, green energy projects and High Speed Rail (HS2).  This role really offers personal and professional development tailored to what is currently happening in the sector.

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be wanting  to develop their specialism in this niche area of law.  They will be tech-savvy, demonstrate great organisational skills, be client-focussed, effective and confident in communication with colleagues and clients alike, and not afraid of a challenge!

Applications are sought from newly qualified Solicitors or from Solicitors with 1-2 years’ PQE in Agriculture,  Private Client, Property or Commercial Law.

Hours & Salary

• Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 36.25 hours
• Holidays: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays
• Salary: Competitive (negotiable and dependent on experience & qualifications)
• Location: Nantwich, Cheshire
• Start Date: May 2022

 

Application details

Please apply in strictest confidence with a copy of your CV and covering letter by email only to Mrs Rachael Hodgkins, 25 Barker Street, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 5EN on reh@hibberts.com  Please do not use the social media or website “apply now” function.

Essential Requirements

• Newly qualified solicitor or 1-2 years’ PQE in Agriculture, Private Client, Property or Commercial Law.