Solicitor - Real Estate, Investment & Development - Exeter - 3+

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Exeter is seeking a Real Estate Solicitor with 3+ years PQE to join their Investment & Development team. The role involves managing diverse real estate matters, including high-value transactions and advising clients. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical skills and a proactive mindset. To apply, contact via email for a confidential conversation.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Clear career progression pathways

Recognition for high-quality work

Flexible working arrangements

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of real estate matters.
• Conduct acquisitions and disposals of commercial land.
• Engage in development and regeneration projects.
• Handle joint ventures and large-scale multidisciplinary transactions.
• Perform due diligence and title assembly for complex schemes.
• Advise public and private sector clients.
• Liaise with clients, agents, and internal teams.
• Support a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Strong technical and drafting skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Confidence in managing matters independently

High attention to detail and accuracy

Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset

Commercial awareness and credibility

Willingness to engage in marketing and business development initiatives

Education

Qualified solicitor with 3+ years PQE in real estate law

Job description

Overview

Solicitor - Real Estate, Investment & Development - Exeter - 3+ Years PQE
Location: Exeter
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with some hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £60,000 to £75,000

A respected law firm is seeking a Real Estate Solicitor with 3+ years' post-qualification experience to join its busy and well-established Investment & Development team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value commercial property transactions in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of real estate matters, including:

• Acquisitions and disposals of commercial land (retail, industrial, telecoms, office)
• Development and regeneration projects
• Joint ventures and large-scale multidisciplinary transactions
• Due diligence and title assembly for complex schemes
• Advising public and private sector clients, including registered providers
• Liaising with clients, agents, and internal specialist teams
• Supporting a collaborative and ambitious team culture
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 3+ years PQE in real estate law
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Commercial awareness and credibility
• Willingness to engage in marketing and business development initiatives

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Clear career progression pathways
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*