Solicitor – Real Estate, Investment & Development – Exeter – 3+ Years PQE
Location: Exeter
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with some hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £60,000 to £75,000

A respected law firm is seeking a Real Estate Solicitor with 3+ years’ post-qualification experience to join its busy and well-established Investment & Development team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value commercial property transactions in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of real estate matters, including:

• Acquisitions and disposals of commercial land (retail, industrial, telecoms, office)
• Development and regeneration projects
• Joint ventures and large-scale multidisciplinary transactions
• Due diligence and title assembly for complex schemes
• Advising public and private sector clients, including registered providers
• Liaising with clients, agents, and internal specialist teams
• Supporting a collaborative and ambitious team culture
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 3+ years PQE in real estate law
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Commercial awareness and credibility
• Willingness to engage in marketing and business development initiatives

Benefits
The firm offers:

• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Clear career progression pathways
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

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.