Rural Property Solicitor/FCILEX – Exeter

Overview

In this role you will join a top-tier rural property team in Exeter to advise on a varied caseload spanning farms, estates, tenancies, and rural developments. You will work closely with landowners, farming families, and rural businesses to deliver practical, tailored advice, supporting growth in the rural sector. The opportunity combines high-quality matters with a collaborative, progressive firm culture and clear progression. You will influence sustainability initiatives, biodiversity projects, and countryside property strategy within a thriving practice.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Flexible hours
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Sales and purchases of farms, estates, and rural land
• Agricultural tenancies and farming partnerships
• Estate management and succession planning
• Rural diversification and development projects
• Biodiversity, natural capital, and sustainability initiatives
• Country homes and rural residential property
• Collaborate with landowners, farming families, rural businesses, and institutions to deliver tailored advice

Key requirements

• 1-4 years’ PQE in Commercial Property or Rural/Agricultural Law
• Genuine interest in rural sector and countryside matters
• Strong communication, drafting, and client care skills
• Collaborative mindset and proactive, organised approach
• Rural property experience is a bonus but enthusiasm and willingness to learn are important

• collaborative
• proactive
• organised
• Rural property law
• Commercial property knowledge
• Drafting and advisory skills

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