Associate - Real Estate Finance - Cheltenham - 2-4 years PQE

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

Job summary

A national law firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate with 2-4 years PQE. This role involves advising on various real estate finance matters, from property transactions to development finance. The firm offers a dynamic culture, competitive salary, and a range of benefits, including private medical insurance and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

International secondments

Cycle to Work scheme

Life Assurance

Gym membership contribution

Flu vaccinations

Sight tests and glasses discounts

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE experience required in real estate finance.
• Experience in property sales, acquisitions, and debt refinancing.
• Ability to advise on real estate finance transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of real estate finance matters.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge across the sector.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices.
• Build strong client relationships and identify referral opportunities.
• Participate in business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong technical and drafting skills

Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Commercial awareness and proactive mindset

Organised, ambitious, detail-oriented

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE

Exposure to real estate finance

Job description

Associate - Real Estate Finance - Cheltenham - 2-4 years PQE

Location: Cheltenham Office (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 (depending on experience)

Chadwick Nott are delighted to be assisting a well-established national law firm in their search for a Real Estate Finance Associate to join their Cheltenham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a 2-4 PQE solicitor to work on high-quality transactions with a diverse client base, including mainstream banks, bridging lenders, challenger banks, and individual borrowers.

About the Role

You'll advise on a broad range of real estate finance matters, including property sales, acquisitions, development finance, and debt refinancing. The team supports both lenders and borrowers and offers full-service deal coverage across sectors.

• Advising on real estate finance transactions from start to finish
• Maintaining and developing technical knowledge across the sector
• Collaborating with colleagues to share insights and best practices
• Building strong client relationships and identifying referral opportunities
• Participating in business development initiatives

About You

We're looking for a solicitor with:

• 2-4 years PQE
• Exposure to real estate finance, either directly or through a broader commercial property role
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
• Organised, ambitious, and detail-oriented approach
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• International secondments for 0-5 PQE
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations
• Sight tests and glasses discounts
• Access to perks and wellbeing portals

Culture & Career Progression

This firm offers a dynamic and supportive environment where careers thrive on merit and ambition. You'll be given early responsibility, encouraged to contribute ideas, and supported in your professional development. With a strong sense of community across offices and teams, you'll be part of a collaborative culture that values energy, enthusiasm, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Diversity & Inclusion

This employer celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. They welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an armed forces-friendly organisation.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

[e-mail]
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
Olivia Reed | LinkedIn

Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

*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.*