Solicitor - Land & Development - Wiltshire - 5+ Years PQE

Solicitor - Land & Development - Wiltshire - 5+ Years PQE
Location: Wiltshire (flexibility across other office locations)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 - £80,000 (depending on experience)

A fantastic opportunity for a Land & Development Solicitor with ideally 5+ years' post-qualification experience (slightly less considered) to join a well-established Land & Development team in Wiltshire. This role offers the chance to manage a varied caseload, contribute to the growth of the department, and work within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The Role
You'll be responsible for managing a diverse caseload of land and development matters, including:

• Site acquisitions and finance arrangements
• Option agreements, promotion agreements, and overage deeds
• Agricultural property work (if of interest)
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supervising a two-year qualified solicitor within the team
• Supporting business development through networking and marketing activities
• Raising the profile of the Land & Development Department

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• Experience in land & development work
• Ideally 5+ years PQE (less considered)
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently and supervising junior colleagues
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
• Full UK driving licence and own transport
• Professional presentation and flexibility in approach

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A supportive, collaborative, and ambitious team culture
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Opportunities to develop new skills and explore agricultural property work if desired
• A positive and forward-looking environment with legendary social outings

How to Apply

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

Recruitment Contact: Olivia Reed
📧 Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
📞 Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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.*