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

Company: Chadwick Nott
Apply for the Commercial Property Solicitor – Real Estate – Cardiff – 1-5 PQE
Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will support and lead on high‑quality commercial property work within a busy Cardiff real estate team. You’ll handle acquisitions, leases, due diligence and mixed‑use development matters for a diversified client base including public and private sector actors. The role offers visibility with senior fee earners, strong development opportunities and a supportive, collaborative culture. You’ll contribute to business development and client engagement while working with modern tech and flexible hybrid working.

Pay / Benefits

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

Responsibilities

  • Support or lead on purchases, sales and acquisitions
  • Draft, review and negotiate leases, licences, transfers, deeds and related documents
  • Advise on mixed‑use development matters
  • Undertake due diligence including title review and searches
  • Liaise with clients, counterpart solicitors and third‑party professionals
  • Obtain indemnity insurance quotes and liaise with brokers
  • Conduct legal research and prepare reports
  • Attend client meetings and participate in 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 communication skills to explain complex matters
  • Confidence, professionalism and 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
  • communication
  • teamwork
  • client service
  • leases
  • licenses
  • transfers

…

Posted: November 1st, 2026