Real Estate Finance Solicitor / Associate (2-4 PQE)-Cheltenham

Chadwick Nott; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A top UK law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Solicitor/Associate to join their dynamic team in Cheltenham. This role involves advising clients on property loans and development finance, requiring 2-4 years PQE with a focus on real estate finance. Ideal candidates will enjoy collaboration, business development, and have strong drafting skills. Competitive salary, bonuses, and attractive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus scheme

Private medical and life assurance

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

EV scheme and gym contribution

International secondments support

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE in a relevant position.
• Experience with real estate finance or commercial property.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise on real estate finance transactions.
• Collaborate with team colleagues.
• Engage in business development activities.

Skills

Real estate finance experience

Strong drafting skills

Excellent relationship-building

Commercial mindset

Job description

Overview

Real Estate Finance Solicitor / Associate (2-4 PQE) - Cheltenham

A top 100 UK law firm is seeking a 2-4 PQE Solicitor or Associate to join its dynamic Real Estate Finance team. The role involves advising lenders and borrowers on property-related loans, development finance, acquisitions, and refinancing. Clients include major banks, challenger lenders, and private individuals. Ideal for candidates with real estate finance experience or exposure through broader commercial property work.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise across the full spectrum of real estate finance transactions
• Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and build expertise
• Engage in business development and cross-team referrals

Candidate Requirements

• 2-4 years PQE
• Experience in real estate finance or commercial property with finance exposure
• Strong drafting and technical skills
• Commercially minded, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Excellent relationship-building and teamwork capabilities

Why Join?

• Top 100 UK law firm with national reach and entrepreneurial culture
• Times voted Best Law Firm
• Known for early responsibility, career progression, and collaborative working
• Competitive salary + bonus scheme
• Private medical, life assurance, and pension
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• EV scheme, cycle to work, and gym contribution
• International secondments and career development support

How to Apply / Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

Equal Opportunities - 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 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.