At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team handling high-value property disputes and gain early responsibility.
- Company: Fast-growing law firm with a supportive and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, career development, and focus on wellbeing.
- Other info: Opportunities for charity work and participation in diversity initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in property litigation while developing your skills in a friendly environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in property litigation and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
A well established and fast growing law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor (NQ-1 PQE) to join its expanding and highly regarded Property Litigation team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high quality, high value disputes from the outset, supporting a broad client base including commercial developers, housebuilders, corporate occupiers, investors, lenders and local authorities.
The Role
You will work closely with Partners and senior fee earners across a wide range of contentious property matters, gaining early responsibility and direct client exposure. The team handles a diverse caseload, including:
- Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
- Building Safety Act matters
- Real property disputes (rights of way, adverse possession, boundary issues, harassment)
- Commercial and residential service charge disputes
- Property insolvency and secured recoveries
You will have the opportunity to manage your own matters, develop a broad skillset quickly, and progress within a supportive, friendly and ambitious team.
Candidate Requirements
- Experience in property litigation during a training contract or NQ role
- Exposure to both residential and commercial disputes (advantageous)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships
- Good judgement, empathy and the ability to handle sensitive matters professionally
- Strong organisational skills and resilience under pressure
- High attention to detail and a proactive, thorough approach
- Motivation to take early responsibility and deliver excellent client outcomes
Benefits
- A collaborative, supportive working culture
- Clear career development pathways and ongoing training
- Hybrid working arrangements
- A strong focus on wellbeing, work life balance and personal growth
- Opportunities to participate in responsible business initiatives, including charity work, environmental projects and diversity & inclusion groups
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline. The employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
Solicitor – Property Litigation – Exeter – NQ-1 PQE – Exeter in Devon employer: Wagstaff Recruitment
Chadwick Nott is an excellent employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and personal growth. With clear career development pathways and the opportunity to manage high-quality property litigation cases from the outset, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment while enjoying hybrid working arrangements in the beautiful city of Exeter.
