Solicitor / Partner – Commercial Property – Cardiff – Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Holiday buy and sell

Gym membership contributions

Career development

Wellbeing scheme

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Commercial Property Solicitor at Senior Associate or Partner level for its Cardiff team, offering hybrid working and a clear path to further growth. You will manage diverse property matters and contribute to the department’s expansion across offices.

The role requires strong drafting, client management and a proactive, business‑minded approach with solid IT and case management skills.

Qualifications

• This role is for Senior Associate or Partner level and requires experience across commercial property matters.
• Strong drafting, technical knowledge and client relationship skills are essential.
• Ability to run a caseload independently and prioritise deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a varied commercial property caseload including acquisitions, disposals, leases and development work.
• Handle landlord and tenant matters and secured lending transactions.
• Mentor junior colleagues and build client relationships.
• Support business development and strategic growth of the department.

Skills

Commercial property law

Client relationships

Drafting skills

Independent workload management

Business development

Team mentoring

IT and case management

Education

Solicitor (England & Wales)

Chartered Legal Executive (CLEx)

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Solicitor / Partner - Commercial Property - Cardiff
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £75,000 to £110,000 (DOE)

A well established and highly respected law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor at Senior Associate or Partner level to join its growing team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer to take the next step in their career, working autonomously while contributing to the wider development of the department across multiple offices.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing and developing a varied and high quality caseload of commercial property matters, including:

• Acquisitions and disposals
• Commercial leases
• Development work
• Landlord and tenant matters
• Secured lending and finance transactions
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues
• Building strong relationships with clients, agents, lenders and other stakeholders
• Contributing to business development and the department's strategic growth

You will work closely with the Head of Department to expand the team’s reach and reputation, while enjoying the autonomy to run and grow your own caseload.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a Commercial Property specialist who is:

• A Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive operating at Senior Associate or Partner level
• Experienced in handling a broad range of commercial property matters
• Confident running a caseload independently and prioritising competing deadlines

You will need:

• Strong technical knowledge and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship building abilities
• A collaborative, values driven approach
• Commercial awareness and the ability to deliver practical, solution focused advice
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify and develop new business opportunities
• Strong IT and case management skills

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive, inclusive and high performing team culture
• Hybrid working and flexible working considerations
• Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Contributions towards gym membership
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A comprehensive rewards and wellbeing scheme

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.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £75000-£110000 per annum
Location: Cardiff,