Solicitor or Legal Executive - Marine Department - Plymouth

Chadwick Nott; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Plymouth is seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Marine Department. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years PQE in civil litigation with a focus on maritime law. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, excellent progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Some remote working is considered, enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Work/life balance focus

Office with parking and views of Plymouth

Qualifications

• Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 3 years PQE.
• Experienced in maritime law and civil litigation.
• Enthusiastic about client care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on wet shipping, P&I, Defence, and Admiralty.
• Engage with diverse marine clients and contribute to business development.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and analytical skills.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

3+ years PQE in civil litigation

Experience in maritime law

Job description

Solicitor or Legal Executive - Marine Department - Plymouth

Join an award-winning, Legal 500 Tier 1 Shipping department, dedicated to exceptional client service. The Marine Department seeks a 3+ years PQE civil litigator experienced in maritime law and shipping to join them in their Plymouth office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice on wet shipping, including P&I and Defence, Admiralty (collisions, pollution, total losses), and some non-contentious work.
• Demonstrate excellent research, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Engage passionately with our diverse marine client portfolio.
• Contribute to business development through networking and attending industry events, both in the UK and abroad.

Ideal Candidate:

• Enthusiastic about superior client care.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting client expectations.
• Enjoys being part of a motivated team.
• Willing to actively contribute to the Marine Department's growth.

On offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Central role in developing the firm's marine offerings.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on work/life balance.
• Office with parking, offering stunning views of Plymouth's Barbican.
• Full-time position with some remote working considered.

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.*