Associate – Real Estate – Cardiff – 3+ Years PQE
Location: Cardiff
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with flexible working options)
Salary: £50,000 – £75,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3+ years’ post-qualification experience to join its thriving Built Environment team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic, high-performing environment, working on complex property development and regeneration projects with a diverse client base across the public, private, and third sectors.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for:

• Advising on a broad range of property development and regeneration matters
• Drafting and negotiating development agreements, options, promotion agreements, and joint ventures
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex transactions and projects
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy and confidence
• Building strong client relationships and engaging in business development
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices and undertaking short-term client secondments

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

• 3+ years PQE in real estate or property development
• Strong technical and drafting skills with commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and cross-office collaboration

Benefits
The firm offers:

• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Exposure to high-quality, complex work with leading lawyers in the sector
• Clear career progression pathways and opportunities for growth
• Recognition for excellence in client service and business development
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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.