Corporate Solicitor NQ–2 PQE – Cardiff

Looking to kickstart your corporate law career in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? We’re recruiting for an Associate Solicitor to join a highly ranked Corporate team in Cardiff, advising on a broad range of transactional matters.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor or someone with up to two years’ PQE who’s ready to grow their technical and commercial expertise in a nationally recognised team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting on corporate transactions and delivering timely, commercially focused advice
• Drafting clear, concise legal documents and solutions that work in the real world
• Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and intermediaries
• Getting involved in seminars, bulletins, events, and pitch presentations
• Developing your technical knowledge through hands-on experience, training, and mentoring
• Managing your workload effectively and contributing to team goals

What we’re looking for:

• Demonstrable experience in corporate law, ideally gained during training or post-qualification
• Excellent drafting skills and a sharp commercial mindset
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• A team player who’s enthusiastic, ambitious, and ready to take ownership
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines and delivering high-quality work

Why this role?

You’ll be joining a national Top 100 firm with a strong presence across the UK, working alongside experts in sectors like health, education, energy, finance, and retail. Flexible working, a supportive culture, and real opportunities to grow both professionally and personally are on offer together with a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk