Senior Solicitor - Rural and Land - Edinburgh

Ref: 190 Date Posted: Thursday 21 Mar 2024

Our client, an interesting legal firm, are looking to hire an Senior Solicitor within Rural and Land team. 

  • Processing instructions from retained estate and land owning clients including advising on residential, agricultural, sporting and commercial leases
  • Voluntary Registration of title of rural properties
  • Sales/purchases of estates, forestry, farms, country houses, steading conversions/plots and cottages
  • Security work for commercial lenders
  • Representing landowners in negotiations with utility companies
  • Actively participating in business development opportunities

The Ideal Candidate:

  • A number of years PQE
  • Committed to a career in the rural sector
  • Strong technical skills across the range of work
  • Good organisational, prioritisation and interpersonal skills
  • Accurate and concise in both written and verbal communication
  • Commercial and solutions orientated in your approach
  • Recognise and manage risk effectively
  • Deliver fee earning capability commensurate with experience
  • Committed to your personal development and development of technical skills and know-how
  • Experienced in business development situations
  • Committed to building your personal reputation in your sector