Rural or Energy – Partner / Senior Associate – Taunton – 8+ PQE

Overview

In this role, you will manage a specialist caseload across rural and energy matters within a respected regional law firm. You will contribute to growth from Taunton, shaping advisory and transactional work for landowners, developers, and energy projects. You will lead client relationships, mentor junior colleagues, and drive business development to expand the firm’s market presence. The position offers hybrid working, an employee‑owned culture, and a clear path to leadership. This is a strategic opportunity to influence high‑value rural and energy work in a collaborative, growth‑driven environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Profit share
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Private medical insurance
• Wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a specialist caseload in rural and energy law
• Handle agricultural land transactions and estate management
• Oversee renewable energy projects and infrastructure matters
• Provide landowner and developer advisory services
• Lead strategic land and commercial rural matters
• Build long-term client relationships
• Lead business development initiatives
• Mentor and support junior team members

Key requirements

• 8+ years PQE in Rural, Agriculture, or Energy work
• Strong technical knowledge and sector understanding
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Proven track record of high-value work and client retention
• Leadership experience and ability to grow a team
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach
• Strong presence in the local or national market

• communication
• relationship-building
• leadership
• Rural law
• Agriculture law
• Energy/renewables advisory

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