Commercial Property Solicitor – Real Estate – Cardiff – 1-5 PQE

Overview

In this role you will support and lead on commercial property matters within a high-quality Real Estate team. You will handle purchases, sales, acquisitions, leases and related documentation, while developing client relationships across public and private sectors. The position offers exposure to high-value transactions and opportunities to contribute to business development in a collaborative, ambitious environment. The company emphasizes growth, development, and a strong client-focused culture, supported by robust resources and hybrid working options.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Competitive salary and bonus
• Strong career development and progression
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Access to technology, resources and training
• Healthy work/life balance encouraged

Responsibilities

• Assisting and leading on purchases, sales and acquisitions
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating leases, licences, transfers, deeds and related documents
• Advising on mixed-use development matters
• Undertaking due diligence including title review, enquiries and searches
• Liaising with clients, opposing solicitors and third-party professionals
• Obtaining indemnity insurance quotes and coordinating with brokers
• Conducting legal research and preparing reports
• Attending client meetings and contributing to client discussions
• Participating in business development and client engagement activities

Key requirements

• 1-5 years PQE in commercial property or real estate
• Experience at a reputable national or regional firm
• Strong technical competence with a commercial approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to explain complex matters clearly
• Confident, professional with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a busy team
• Resilience, adaptability and a proactive mindset
• Motivation to contribute to practice development and sector growth
• Ability to build rapport with clients and deliver exceptional service

• clear communication
• team collaboration
• professionalism
• commercial property/real estate expertise
• due diligence and title review
• drafting and negotiating leases and related documentation

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