Overview
Solicitor – Property Litigation – Exeter – NQ-2 Years PQE
Location: Exeter (with hybrid flexibility)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 + Benefits
A respected UK law firm is seeking a junior Property Litigation Solicitor (NQ-2 years PQE) to join its highly regarded and growing team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of contentious property matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for supporting and managing a varied caseload of property-related disputes, including:
- Co-ownership and neighbour issues (e.g. rights of way, adverse possession, boundary disputes)
- Lease and tenancy disputes, commercial rent recovery, and enforcement of charges
- Possession, disrepair, and anti-social behaviour injunctions
- Tenancy management issues and long leaseholder claims
- Professional negligence and historic title rectification
- Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on complex matters
- Building strong client relationships and delivering practical, commercial advice
- Developing your skills through high levels of client contact and team collaboration
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- NQ-2 years PQE in property litigation
- Exposure to both residential and commercial contentious property matters
- Strong technical knowledge and eagerness to learn
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills
- A proactive and collaborative mindset
- Confidence in taking early responsibility for matters
- Commitment to delivering high-quality client service
Benefits
The firm offers:
- A supportive and inclusive team culture
- Clear progression opportunities and professional development support
- High-quality work with a diverse client base
- Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives
- Involvement in responsible business programmes and community engagement
- Competitive salary and benefits package
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*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.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £45000 – £55000 per annum
Location: Exeter, Devon
