Property Litigation Solicitor (FCILEX) – Social Housing

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days holiday + birthday off

Private medical insurance

Group life assurance

Wellbeing support

Volunteer days

Training and mentorship

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is representing a highly regarded regional law firm in Exeter. They seek a Solicitor or FCILEX (0-3 Years PQE) to join a Property Litigation team focused on social housing work.

The role offers hybrid working, progression opportunities, and a broad caseload for early career lawyers. The successful candidate will handle housing disputes, draft pleadings, and advise on housing management issues while developing client relationships and contributing to business development within a

Qualifications

• 0-3 Years PQE required or equivalent
• Experience or strong interest in property litigation and social housing law
• Strong drafting, organisational and communication skills
• Proactive, collaborative and client-focused approach
• Alignment with values and practical legal advice

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload with appropriate supervision
• Support senior lawyers on complex matters
• Advise clients on housing management issues and disputes
• Draft pleadings, correspondence and legal documentation
• Represent clients at court hearings and mediations where appropriate
• Contribute to business development and client relationship activities

Skills

Property litigation

Social housing law

Drafting

Communication skills

Client-focused

Education

Solicitor/FCILEX

Job description

Chadwick Nott is representing a highly regarded regional law firm in Exeter. They seek a Solicitor or FCILEX (0-3 Years PQE) to join a Property Litigation team focused on social housing work.

The role offers hybrid working, progression opportunities, and a broad caseload for early career lawyers. The successful candidate will handle housing disputes, draft pleadings, and advise on housing management issues while developing client relationships and contributing to business development within a