Solicitor – Commercial Property – Swansea – 2–5+ Years PQE
Location: Swansea
Type of Role: Permanent, Full time
Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience)

A well established and growing regional law firm is seeking an ambitious Commercial Property Lawyer (2–5+ years PQE) to join its expanding team in Swansea. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a wide range of commercial property matters, while contributing to the continued development of a high performing department.

The Role
You will manage a varied and stimulating caseload, including:

• Commercial lease and Landlord & Tenant matters (grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits, surrenders)
• Advising on estate management and ongoing property issues
• Acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties
• Supporting commercial and residential development projects (site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements, planning, plot sales)
• Handling secured lending, real estate finance, agricultural land transactions and renewable energy projects
• Providing property due diligence support to the Corporate team
• Managing technical matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisement, title issues, portfolio transactions and compulsory purchase matters
• Ensuring files progress efficiently with strong financial and billing performance
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and supporting business development
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members where appropriate
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice requirements

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a lawyer who:

• Is a qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer (England & Wales)
• Has 2–5+ years’ PQE in Commercial Property
• Can manage their own caseload confidently and independently
• Possesses strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters
• Is highly organised, proactive and able to thrive in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Has a strong client focused mindset and attention to detail
• Can build effective internal and external relationships
• Has experience of, or an interest in, supervising junior colleagues
• Brings a collaborative, positive and team oriented approach

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive salary
• Minimum 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional personal day, birthday leave and a discretionary paid day at Christmas
• Annual leave purchase scheme (up to 3 extra days)
• Gym membership discounts
• Clear opportunities for growth, learning and career development
• Milestone recognition and long service awards
• Opportunities to participate in networking, corporate and charity events
• Refer a friend bonus scheme

Successful candidates will be subject to a basic or enhanced DBS check, depending on the role.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Commercial Property Lawyer looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and forward thinking firm, we’d be pleased to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:

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

The firm welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates and is committed to equality of opportunity. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process.