Head of Agriculture & Rural Services Newcastle upon Tyne Partner Opportunity

Head of Agriculture & Rural Services

Newcastle upon Tyne Partner Opportunity

I'm currently working with a highly regarded, full-service commercial law firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne that is looking to appoint a Head of Agriculture & Rural Services.

The firm is deeply rooted in its local community and actively encourages its people to give back. Its vision is to set the standard for legal excellence and to be the law firm of choice for businesses, organisations and individuals. A strong, values-driven culture underpins everything they do - with a focus on teamwork, exceptional client service, professionalism and investing in their people.

The Opportunity: This is a standout Partner-level opportunity for a senior practitioner (minimum 8 years' PQE+) with a strong background in agricultural and rural property work to lead and grow the firm's well-established Agriculture & Rural Services Team.

The team is ranked in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners and benefits from cross-sector expertise across Real Estate, Corporate, Wills, Trusts & Estates, Employment and Dispute Resolution.

While the successful candidate will be Real Estate focused, this is a broader leadership role - heading up the rural offering across the firm.

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded lawyer to shape, mould and drive a respected team forward.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy

• Leading and developing the firm's Agriculture & Rural Services offering
• Direct supervision and mentoring of junior lawyers
• Strategic planning and growth of the team
• Driving business development and strengthening market presence

Fee-Earning Work

• Sale and purchase of estates, farms, forestry and rural land
• Advising on rural development projects, including housing and renewables
• Drafting and negotiating lease and option agreements
• Agricultural tenancies - creation, variation and termination
• Rural lettings (residential, commercial and sporting leases)
• Handling title issues, boundary disputes and voluntary registrations
• Advising on land use, overage agreements and rural business structures

About You

• Minimum 8 years' PQE with significant experience in agricultural and rural property transactions
• Strong client-facing and relationship management skills
• A proactive approach to business development
• Strategic leadership capability with the ambition to grow and evolve a team
• Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness

What's on Offer

• Competitive partner-level salary
• Firm-wide bonus scheme
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Fully implemented and supported hybrid working
• A supportive, collaborative and values-driven culture

If you're an experienced rural property specialist ready to take on a strategic leadership role within a respected and forward-thinking firm, I'd be delighted to speak with you in confidence.

For more information please reach out to Beth Livings at QED Legal.