Corporate Commercial Senior Associate - Partner - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Exeter seeks an experienced Corporate Commercial Senior Associate to Partner. You will lead diverse corporate and commercial matters, supporting a high-performing team and contributing to business growth. The role offers flexible working, generous holidays, and a supportive culture that prioritizes employee well-being and development. Ideal candidates have extensive corporate experience and a collaborative mindset, willing to foster relationships and mentor team members.

Benefits

Flexible working

30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and birthday off

Private healthcare

Pension and life assurance

Discounted gym membership

Opportunities for charity and social events

Responsibilities

• Lead on corporate and commercial matters for a variety of clients.
• Support and mentor team members for professional development.
• Engage in business development and departmental direction.

Skills

Corporate experience (transactional and advisory)

Handling commercial contracts

Proactive and people-focused approach

Relationship building and growth contribution

Job description

Corporate Commercial Senior Associate - Partner - Exeter

A rare opening has come up for an experienced Corporate Commercial lawyer (Senior Associate to Partner level) to step into a leading role within a successful, well-established team. Based in Exeter, you'll join a multi-office practice with a strong footprint across the Westcountry.

You'll work on a broad mix of corporate and commercial matters, acting for an impressive range of clients. The team handles everything from day-to-day commercial contracts to complex transactions, so there's plenty of variety and high-calibre work. You'll also support and mentor the team, contributing to business development and departmental direction.

About you:

• Strong corporate experience (transactional and advisory)
• Comfortable handling a range of commercial contracts - supply, distribution, franchise agreements, general T&Cs
• A collaborative, proactive, people-focused approach
• Eager to build relationships and contribute to growth

In return:

• Flexible working and generous holiday entitlement (30 days + Bank Holidays + birthday day off)
• Private healthcare, pension, life assurance, health perks
• Discounted gym membership, legal support, and opportunities for charity, social and team events

This is a stand out opportunity to join a top-tier regional law firm with a strong local presence and a reputation for excellence. With an exceptional culture, they invest in your growth and wellbeing which is evident in their outstanding staff retention and long-standing Investors in People Gold accreditation.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

(e) [e-mail]

*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.*