Sr Associate / Legal Director - Marine - 7+ Years PQE - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression pathways

Hybrid working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Engagement in charity initiatives

Job summary

A leading national legal practice is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Legal Director with 7+ years' PQE in marine law to join its specialist team in Exeter. The role involves managing marine and port-related litigation, compliance issues, and complex projects while supporting business development and client relationships. This position offers excellent opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment and hybrid working where possible.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years' PQE in marine, ports, regulatory, commercial or development work.
• Ability to manage complex matters independently.
• Proactive and commercially minded.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of marine and port related matters.
• Advise major port groups and authorities.
• Support business development and client relationships.

Skills

Strong experience in marine industry

Excellent technical knowledge

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Client focused approach

Education

Law degree

Dual qualification (desirable)

Job description

Senior Associate / Legal Director - Marine - 7+ Years PQE - Exeter
Location: Exeter
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £85,000 to £120,000

A leading national practice is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Legal Director with 7+ years' post qualification experience to join its specialist Marine team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a Tier 1 ranked practice acting for major ports, harbours and marine developers across the UK. The team is widely recognised for its industry leading expertise and long standing relationships with approximately 100 ports, including some of the largest port groups in the UK and internationally.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a varied and high quality caseload of marine and port related matters, including:

• Marine and port related litigation
• Regulatory and compliance issues
• Commercial and logistics matters
• Port, coastal and marine development projects
• Advising major port groups and harbour authorities
• Taking significant responsibility from day one
• Supporting a collaborative, specialist and ambitious team culture
• Contributing to business development and client relationship management

You will work closely with senior lawyers in a friendly and supportive environment, with excellent opportunities for progression up to Partner level.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a senior lawyer with:

• At least 7 years' PQE in marine, ports, regulatory, commercial or development related work
• Strong experience acting for clients within the ports or marine industry
• Excellent technical knowledge and drafting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing complex matters independently
• High levels of organisation, resilience and attention to detail
• A proactive, commercially minded and client focused approach
• Enthusiasm for networking, client contact and business development
• (Optional) Dual qualification in Scotland - desirable but not essential

Benefits

• A supportive and industry leading team environment
• Clear career progression pathways, including Partner opportunities
• Exposure to high profile national clients and complex marine sector work
• Hybrid working arrangements where possibleRecognition for high quality work and client service
• Opportunities to engage in responsible business, charity and D&I initiatives

How to Apply

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

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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 to 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, culture or any 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.