Head of Agriculture & Rural Services (Partner)

North East | Hybrid Working | Partnership Opportunity

A highly regarded commercial law firm in the North East is seeking an experienced Agricultural Property Lawyer to lead its established Agriculture & Rural Services practice.

This is a rare opportunity for a senior lawyer to take ownership of a respected sector-focused team, shape its strategic direction and play a key role in the continued growth of the wider firm.

The successful candidate will join a well-established practice with a strong client base across the agricultural and rural sectors, supported by specialists in Corporate, Private Client, Employment and Dispute Resolution.

The Opportunity

As Head of Agriculture & Rural Services, you will be responsible for the leadership, growth and development of the team, whilst continuing to advise on a broad range of high-quality agricultural and rural property matters.

Work will include:

• Sale and acquisition of farms, estates and rural land
• Agricultural tenancies
• Rural development projects
• Renewable energy schemes
• Lease, option and promotion agreements
• Rural lettings and sporting leases
• Land use and overage arrangements
• Title, registration and boundary matters

You will also play a significant role in:

• Strategic planning and growth of the practice
• Business development and networking
• Maintaining and developing key client relationships
• Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers
• Raising the profile of the team across the region and beyond

About You

Applications are welcomed from lawyers who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience advising on agricultural and rural property matters
• Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
• A proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Experience in business development and networking
• Leadership qualities with the ambition to grow and develop a team
• A desire to play a key role in the future success of an established practice

This opportunity would suit an existing Partner, Legal Director, Senior Associate or Principal Associate looking to take the next step in their career.