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Senior Associate Solicitor - Commercial and Agricultural Property
Location: Colchester (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Sector: Commercial Property / Agricultural Law
Type: Permanent
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm with a strong focus on commercial and agricultural clients, is seeking a Senior Associate with significant commercial property experience to join their Colchester office. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with a passion for agricultural and rural property work to join a collaborative, growing team.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Associate, you will work across a diverse portfolio of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and development projects. A key part of the role will involve acting for agricultural clients, including landowners, farms, and rural businesses, providing pragmatic, commercially-focused advice.
You will be joining a supportive team that values technical excellence, client service, and professional development. The role offers exposure to high-quality clients, interesting transactions, and the chance to contribute to the growth of the property team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters, including agricultural property transactions.
- Advise clients on property acquisitions, disposals, leases, and rural development projects.
- Provide practical, commercial guidance to agricultural clients and landowners.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members as appropriate.
- Contribute to business development initiatives and support the growth of the team.
About You
- 5 years' PQE + in commercial property law, ideally with agricultural property experience.
- Strong technical knowledge of property transactions, leases, and development matters.
- Experience acting for rural clients, landowners, or agricultural businesses is highly desirable.
- Commercially minded, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects efficiently.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills, with the ability to mentor junior colleagues.
Why Apply?
- Join a well-respected regional firm with a strong agricultural client base.
- Competitive salary (60,000 - 75,000) plus bonus and benefits.
- Hybrid working options to support work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, interesting transactions in the commercial and agricultural property sector.
- Supportive, collaborative team culture with opportunities for career progression.
To Apply
Please apply or contact Natalie Dwan, Legal Business Manager at LJ Recruitment, for a confidential discussion.
