Solicitor / Associate – Real Estate Finance – Cheltenham– 2–4 years PQE
Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join its Real Estate Finance team across one of its offices in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment advising a wide range of lenders and borrowers on property-related finance matters.

The Role
You’ll advise on a broad spectrum of real estate finance transactions, including:

• Loans related to property sales and acquisitions
• Development finance and refinancing
• Estate and asset management
• Working with mainstream banks, bridging lenders, challenger banks, peer-to-peer platforms, and private borrowers

You’ll also:

• Maintain and develop specialist knowledge
• Collaborate across the wider team
• Participate in business development and referral opportunities

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

• 2–4 years PQE
• Exposure to real estate finance, either directly or via a broader commercial property role
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Ability to manage client relationships and work collaboratively
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ambition, organisation, and a proactive mindset

Benefits
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Bonus scheme and Electric Vehicle scheme
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• International secondments (0–5 PQE)
• Life Assurance and Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership contribution and flu vaccinations
• Access to wellbeing and perks platforms

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.