Corporate Commercial Solicitor – Exeter – Exeter

Wagstaff Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Corporate Commercial Solicitor to join a growing team in Exeter. You will work on a broad range of corporate matters with a focus on transactions involving property elements, taking ownership and collaborating with senior colleagues.

The role offers permanent, full-time employment with a competitive salary and benefits across the South West. The firm values a proactive, organised approach and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ PQE in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong drafting and negotiations skills.
• Experience or interest in property aspects of corporate deals.
• Ability to manage own caseload and build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on M&A transactions including asset and share sales and purchases.
• Draft and negotiate SPAs, APAs, NDAs, Heads of Terms and disclosure letters.
• Support corporate restructures, demergers and reorganisations.
• Assist with investment rounds, shareholder agreements and articles of association.
• Manage client relationships and liaise with other parties to drive transactions.

Skills

Corporate & commercial law

Drafting & negotiations

Client relationship management

Independent working

Job description

Corporate Commercial Solicitor – Exeter

Are you a driven Corporate Commercial Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? We’re working with a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm to recruit a talented solicitor into their growing corporate team.

Having partnered with this firm for a number of years, we can genuinely vouch for their supportive culture, strong leadership, and ambitious growth plans. They’ve built an impressive reputation across the South West, combining high-quality legal work with an approachable, collaborative environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multi-office practice working with a diverse client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and larger regional organisations.

Depending on your location, this role can be based out of any of their offices across the South West.

The Role

You’ll be joining a thriving and expanding corporate team, working on a wide range of matters with a particular focus on corporate transactions involving property elements. Your work will include:

• Advising on M&A transactions, including asset and share sales and purchases
• Drafting and negotiating key documents such as SPAs, APAs, NDAs, Heads of Terms and disclosure letters
• Supporting corporate restructures, demergers and reorganisations
• Assisting with investment rounds, shareholder agreements and articles of association
• Managing client relationships and liaising with other parties to drive transactions forward efficiently

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, collaborate closely with senior colleagues, and play a key role in the continued growth of the team.

About You

We're keen to speak with solicitors who:

• Have 2+ years’ PQE in corporate and commercial law
• Possess strong technical skills and attention to detail, particularly in drafting and negotiations
• Have experience (or a strong interest) in the property aspects of corporate deals
• Are confident managing their own caseload and building lasting client relationships
• Can communicate complex legal concepts clearly and commercially
• Are proactive, organised and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Why This Firm?

• A respected regional firm with a strong and growing presence across the South West
• A genuinely supportive and collaborative culture (something we’ve seen first-hand)
• High-quality work with a varied and interesting client base
• Clear progression opportunities as the firm continues to grow
• Competitive salary and benefits, including regular team events and referral incentives

*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.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £50000 – £80000 per annum
Location: Exeter, Devon