Rural Property Solicitor

Our client, one of Newcastle Upon Tynes leading law firms, are actively expanding their Private Client team, and are on the lookout for a talented and experienced Rural/Agricultural Property Solicitor to join their dynamic and high-achieving rural department.

Role Overview:

As a Rural Property Solicitor, you will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive and precise legal counsel to our clientsesteemed clientele. Reporting directly to the hiring firms Head of Department, you will:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients while autonomously handling a caseload.
• Ensure meticulous maintenance of your case files, prioritising confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Engage in a wide spectrum of matters, including rural property sales and purchases, farm and land refinancing, farm business tenancies, agricultural holdings act tenancies, and easements over land.
• Actively participate in business development efforts to expand your network of referrals and contribute to enhancing your own, the team’s, and the firm’s reputation.
• Collaborate with the Team’s rural property partner on various rural property affairs.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

To be a successful candidate, you should possess:

• A proven background in property transactions, specifically in the sale and purchase of rural and agricultural property.
• Independence as a qualified solicitor or experienced fee earner with a solid grasp of agricultural/rural property law.
• Strong multitasking abilities to manage client demands and caseloads while handling non-casework responsibilities.
• Strict adherence to file and case management policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Precise recording of billable and non-billable time.
• Team-oriented mindset, promoting collaboration with fellow fee earners and support staff.
• A track record of delivering top-tier legal advice and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, fostering trust and rapport with clients.
• Proficiency in independent caseload management, with a willingness to collaborate with colleagues when needed.
• Up-to-date knowledge and expertise in the relevant practice area, staying current with legislation and case law.
• Ongoing commitment to professional development and addressing learning needs.
• Active engagement with supervision processes.
• Strong proficiency in IT systems.
• An eagerness to contribute to business development efforts and cultivate a network of referrals.

What Our Client Offers:

Our client offers competitive compensation, an outstanding benefits package, and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. Their brand-new, cutting-edge offices are conveniently located in Newcastle City Centre, providing an exceptional working environment.

Furthermore, our clients’ comprehensive benefits package also includes:

• Life assurance equivalent to 3 times salary
• Enhanced paid family leave*
• Generous holiday entitlement: 25 days paid holiday each calendar year which increases to 26 days after 5 years of continuous service and 27 days after 8 years. Plus, all bank holidays as paid leave.
• Option to buy additional holidays
• Employer pension contributions up to 5% of salary *
• Enhanced sick pay provisions providing full pay for a minimum of 20 days in any rolling 12-month period once probation period has been successful.
• Flexible ‘hybrid’ home/office working for many employees*
• Birthday day off work*
• Season ticket loans available for bus/rail/Metro passes
• A £1,000 (inclusive of VAT) contribution towards legal fees per each financial year. Discounts are also available for family members*
• £100 per year contribution to eye tests and VDU prescribed glasses / lenses
• Payment of professional subscriptions where applicable
• Professional development and an excellent career development policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee introduction bonus of up to £1,500
• Well-being and diversity initiatives
• State of the art new offices in Newcastle City Centre

*some terms and conditions apply

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

“Apply now and become part of our success story”.