Senior Associate - Family Matrimonial - Exeter - PQE

Reference:  Associate
- Family Matrimonial
- Exeter - 8+ years PQE

Location:

Exeter Office (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time Salary: 75,000 to 95,000

Chadwick Nott are delighted to be working with a highly respected regional law firm in their search for a Senior Associate to join their successful and friendly Family team in Exeter. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced family lawyer to lead on high-value matrimonial finance matters while contributing to the growth and strategy of a thriving department.

The Role This is a senior, client-facing position offering the opportunity to manage complex family law matters and play a key role in business development.

Responsibilities include:

Advising on all aspects of family law, with a focus on high-value matrimonial finance, divorce, and prenuptial agreements

Managing a personal caseload independently, maintaining high standards of client care Leading on complex financial remedy cases with strategic, pragmatic advice

Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to a collaborative team culture

Engaging in networking and business development initiatives

Collaborating with marketing and leadership to raise the team's profile

Staying up to date with evolving legislation and case law Working cross-departmentally to deliver full-service legal support

Contributing to planning, budgeting, and team development

Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a solicitor with:8+ years PQE in family law, ideally with experience in high-value matrimonial finance

Strong technical expertise and excellent client-handling skillsA proactive, enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal abilities

Experience mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development

Commercial awareness and a strategic mindsetA collaborative spirit and commitment to delivering exceptional service

Working Arrangements This role supports hybrid working, with flexibility to work from home and from the Exeter office, depending on client and team needs.

Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Extra day off for your birthday

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare and pension scheme

Life assurance, eye tests, and flu jabs Corporate gym membership discounts

Legal support and wellbeing initiatives

Opportunities to engage in charity fundraising, sports teams, and office socials

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:ð§ ð  / ð Olivia Reed | Linked In Chadwick  Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.
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