Property Litigation Associate 3-4 Years PQE

Reference:  Litigation Associate - Exeter - 3-4 Years PQE

Location:

Exeter Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 (depending on experience)
A highly regarded and growing Property Litigation team is seeking a motivated Associate (3-4 PQE) to join its Exeter office. Recognised by the Legal 500 as one of the very best property litigation practices in the South West, the team acts for a diverse client base including individuals, businesses, institutional landlords, investors and developers.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team known for its commercial approach and strong client relationships.

The Role You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of contentious property matters, including:

Co ownership and neighbour disputes (rights of way, adverse possession, boundary issues, harassment)
Residential and commercial lease and tenancy disputes

Commercial rent recovery and enforcement of charges

Possession claims and professional negligence matters

Claims involving rectification of historic title issues

Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, trainees and a large paralegal team handling high volume tenancy management work (disrepair, possession, ASB injunctions, long leaseholder claims)
You will enjoy regular client contact, autonomy and the support of an experienced team committed to developing people and delivering excellent client service.

Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a solicitor with:3-4 years' PQE in property litigation (regional or national firm experience ideal)
Strong technical knowledge across both residential and commercial contentious property matters

Confidence managing a varied caseload independently

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationshipsA commercial, pragmatic approach to problem solving

Enthusiasm for supervising and mentoring junior colleagues

Calmness under pressure and a methodical, solutions focused mindset

Benefits

The firm offers:

A supportive, collaborative and people focused culture

High quality, complex and varied property litigation work Clear career progression and development opportunities

Hybrid working and strong work life balance

Comprehensive benefits package and wellbeing support

Opportunities to get involved in community, charity and responsible business initiatives

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reedð§ ð  / 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.*