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.