Solicitor / Associate - Real Estate Finance - Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is looking for a Solicitor or Associate in Cardiff to join its Real Estate Finance team. This role involves advising a diverse range of clients on property finance matters. Candidates must have 2-4 years’ PQE in real estate finance and strong technical skills. The firm offers a generous benefits package, including private medical insurance and a bonus scheme, along with the opportunity for hybrid work.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Bonus scheme

Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave

International secondments

Life Assurance

Gym membership contribution

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE required.
• Exposure to real estate finance or commercial property.
• Ambition and organisation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on real estate finance transactions.
• Collaborate with the wider team.
• Participate in business development.

Skills

Strong technical and drafting skills

Ability to manage client relationships

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Solicitor / Associate - Real Estate Finance - Cardiff- 2-4 years PQE
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join its Real Estate Finance team across one of its offices in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment advising a wide range of lenders and borrowers on property-related finance matters.

The Role
You'll advise on a broad spectrum of real estate finance transactions, including:

• Loans related to property sales and acquisitions
• Development finance and refinancing
• Estate and asset management
• Working with mainstream banks, bridging lenders, challenger banks, peer-to-peer platforms, and private borrowers

You'll also:

• Maintain and develop specialist knowledge
• Collaborate across the wider team
• Participate in business development and referral opportunities

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

• 2-4 years PQE
• Exposure to real estate finance, either directly or via a broader commercial property role
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Ability to manage client relationships and work collaboratively
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ambition, organisation, and a proactive mindset

Benefits
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Bonus scheme and Electric Vehicle scheme
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• International secondments (0-5 PQE)
• Life Assurance and Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership contribution and flu vaccinations
• Access to wellbeing and perks platforms

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.

The firm is 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.