Overview
Solicitor – Property Litigation – Exeter – 3-4 Years PQE
Location: Exeter (with hybrid flexibility)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 + Benefits
A respected UK law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor with 3-4 years’ post-qualification experience to join its highly regarded and growing team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of contentious property matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for 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 claims, professional negligence, and historic title rectification
- Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, trainees, and paralegals
- Supporting high-volume tenancy management work (e.g. disrepair, ASB injunctions, leaseholder claims)
- Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on complex matters
- Building strong client relationships and delivering practical, commercial advice
- Contributing to team development and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- 3-4 years PQE in property litigation
- Experience handling both residential and commercial contentious property matters
- Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills
- A collaborative and empathetic approach to team leadership
- Confidence in managing a caseload independently
- A proactive mindset and 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: £55000 – £75000 per annum
Location: Exeter, Devon
