Associate

We are seeking a talented Associate (NQ+) to join our leading Real Estate (Agribusiness) practice in Cambridge. The role Based in our Cambridge office, you will become part of one of the largest specialist agricultural property teams in the UK. Our team handles a diverse portfolio of work, including many of the country's most complex and highest‑value transactions. Our client base is diverse and includes prestigious landed estates, Oxbridge colleges, corporate and institutional landowners, charitable organisations, investment funds, national farming businesses and private investors. You will work directly with clients and agents from the outset, offering a stimulating and varied caseload with excellent opportunities to build long‑lasting, trusted relationships. The activities Working within our Food and Agribusiness sector, you will advise on a broad range of matters, including: Investment sales and purchases, as well as development projects for corporate and institutional landowners, landed estates and charitable organisations Sale and purchase of agricultural land, farms and estates Acquisition and disposal of equine properties Agricultural and business tenancies Farming partnerships Renewable energy projects (solar, wind and BESS) for landowners Mineral leases Refinancing transactions for landowners and rural businesses What does this role offer? Work on complex, high-profile and high-value matters Develop specialist expertise within a market-leading Agribusiness team Build strong client relationships and gain early responsibility Be part of a collaborative and supportive practice with national reach The benefits As you'd expect, we offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits. If we offer you a role, we will conduct comprehensive pre‑employment screening. This screening will include, but is not limited to, a basic DBS, verification of your right to work, a three year employment history and a self‑declaration to assess your character and suitability for the role. Full details of our pre‑screening employment process are available upon request. Our values are the principles that help us fulfil our purpose. Our people shaped them and live them every day. We're ambitious - We aim high, we embrace new ideas and we're passionate about our work We're open - We communicate openly and honestly to build trust, and we do what's right We care - We're committed to each other, our clients, our communities and the planet We collaborate - We're easy to work with, we offer help willingly and we get things done – together And finally Everyone at Mills & Reeve brings a unique perspective and ideas to the team and we do everything we can to help each person to thrive. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment, are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, and want to achieve the right balance for both our people and the firm. We encourage everyone to ask if they feel they need any workplace adjustments, and will do our best to support with these. #J-18808-Ljbffr