Associate - Real Estate - Cardiff - 3+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Cardiff is seeking a Real Estate Associate with over 3 years of post-qualification experience to join its Built Environment team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex property development and regeneration projects, advising diverse clients across various sectors. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, drafting agreements, and contributing to a collaborative team culture. The firm values excellent communication skills and organization, providing flexible working arrangements and clear career progression paths.

Benefits

A supportive work environment

Clear career progression pathways

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in real estate or property development.
• Confidence in managing matters independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Advising on property development and regeneration matters.
• Drafting and negotiating development agreements.
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy.

Skills

Strong technical and drafting skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Confidence in managing matters independently

High attention to detail

Motivation and organization

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Associate - Real Estate - Cardiff - 3+ Years PQE

Location: Cardiff

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with flexible working options)

Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3+ years' post-qualification experience to join its thriving Built Environment team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic, high‑performing environment, working on complex property development and regeneration projects with a diverse client base across the public, private, and third sectors.

The Role

You'll be responsible for:

• Advising on a broad range of property development and regeneration matters
• Drafting and negotiating development agreements, options, promotion agreements, and joint ventures
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex transactions and projects
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy and confidence
• Building strong client relationships and engaging in business development
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices and undertaking short-term client secondments

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 3+ years PQE in real estate or property development
• Strong technical and drafting skills with commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and cross‑office collaboration

Benefits

• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Exposure to high‑quality, complex work with leading lawyers in the sector
• Clear career progression pathways and opportunities for growth
• Recognition for excellence in client service and business development
• 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.*