Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

yolk recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Personal day

Birthday leave

Christmas leave

Extra annual leave

Gym discounts

Career progression

Networking events

Referral scheme

Job summary

yolk recruitment seeks a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor in South Wales (Cardiff or Swansea) with 2–5+ years' PQE to join a growing team. You will handle a broad range of commercial property matters and develop client relationships in a modern, client-focused firm.

The role offers a varied caseload, potential for leadership, mentoring junior colleagues, and a clear path for progression within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, conveyancer or CLC in England & Wales.
• 2–5+ years' PQE in commercial property.
• Ability to manage own caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge across commercial property matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied commercial property caseload including leases, assignments and surrenders.
• Cover estate management, acquisitions and disposals of commercial property.
• Work on development projects, site acquisitions and plot sales.
• Provide due diligence support for corporate transactions and title work.

Skills

Commercial property

Client management

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer/Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

Location: South Wales - Cardiff or Swansea

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: to £70k

PQE: 2-5+ years

The Opportunity

An established and growing South Wales law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Chartered Legal Executive to join its expanding Commercial Property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a modern, client-focused firm, working with a diverse client base and handling a broad range of commercial property matters.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage their own caseload, work on interesting and varied transactions, develop client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the department.

The Role

You will be responsible for a varied commercial property caseload, including:

• Commercial leases and Landlord & Tenant matters, including grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits and surrenders.
• Estate management and ongoing property matters.
• Acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial property.
• Commercial and residential development work, including site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements and plot sales.
• Secured lending and real estate finance.
• Agricultural land transactions and renewable energy projects.
• Property due diligence in support of corporate transactions.
• Lease extensions, enfranchisement and complex title issues.
• Portfolio transactions and compulsory purchase matters.
• Progressing files efficiently and maintaining strong financial performance.
• Developing and maintaining excellent client relationships.
• Contributing to business development and networking activities.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team where appropriate.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales.
• Have 2-5+ years' PQE with solid Commercial Property experience.
• Be confident managing their own caseload independently.
• Have strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters.
• Possess excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Have a proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and client-management skills.
• Be commercially minded and keen to contribute to the growth of the department.
• Have an interest in supervising and mentoring junior colleagues.
• Be collaborative and team focused.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Additional personal day and birthday day off.
• Additional Christmas leave.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Gym discounts.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Recognition for key career milestones.
• Networking, corporate and charity events.
• Employee referral scheme.