Senior 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 skills
• A proactive, enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal abilities
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development
• Commercial awareness and a strategic mindset
• A 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: