[ref. e05457022] Legal Counsel

An established not for profit organisation is seeking to hire a Legal Counsel professional, focusing on agricultural tenancy matters. This role is ideal for a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales who is passionate about contributing to the agricultural sector.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide one-to-one advice to members on agricultural tenancies, and Farm Business Tenancies.
• Develop expertise in related legal areas with support and training and advise members accordingly.
• Create and maintain guidance notes, blogs, and articles for our in-house magazine, ensuring all materials are up-to-date and relevant.
• Speak at member events and contribute to the broader educational goals of the organisation.
• Engage in policy development and promotion concerning agricultural property issues, influencing policy direction and best practices.
• Collaborate with the Policy & Advice team to gather evidence and shape our policy positions based on member feedback and legal caseload.
• Represent the organisation in consultations, briefings, and meetings with stakeholders including civil servants, MPs, and Ministers.
• Provide secretariat services to the Legal Parliamentary and Property Rights National Committee, including preparing agendas, organising minutes, and managing action points for meetings.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must hold a professional legal qualification in England and Wales.
• Some background in agricultural property law, ideally with the Agricultural Holdings Act tenancies and Farm Business Tenancies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to provide clear and effective advice.
• Some interest in policy development and a keen interest in influencing governmental policy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits:

• 10% pension employer contribution following successful probation.
• Life assurance cover
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Flexible & hybrid working, and benefits package.

This is a fantastic opportunity to leave the time recording and billing demands of private practice and enjoy an interesting & varied role with excellent work-life balance. The CLA are happy to consider full or part time candidates, please apply at your earliest convenience to be considered.