Real Estate Finance NQ
Cardiff
Permanent
Legal
Private Practice Law Firms
£70,000.00 - £70,000.00Year
Real Estate Finance Solicitor - NQ
Location: Cardiff
Sector: Real Estate Finance / Banking & Finance
Experience: NQ - 1 PQE
The Opportunity
A leading national law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its highly regarded Real Estate Finance team in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine the technical expertise of finance law with the commercial focus of real estate transactions. The successful candidate will advise major UK and international banks, institutional lenders, developers, and investors on high-value, property-backed lending deals - ranging from large-scale developments to complex investment portfolios.
The role offers exposure to high-quality work and the chance to collaborate with colleagues in banking, corporate, tax, and real estate on transactions that often have cross-border elements. You will be joining a supportive team committed to professional development and long-term career progression.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating loan agreements, security documentation, and ancillary finance documents.
Advising lenders and borrowers on property-backed financing arrangements.
Supporting senior lawyers in managing transactions from instruction to completion.
Liaising with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery of matters.
Assisting with business development activities and maintaining strong client relationships.
About You
NQ Solicitor or up to 1 year PQE, with experience in real estate finance, banking & finance, or commercial real estate (training contract seat considered).
Strong drafting, negotiation, and organisational skills.
Commercial awareness with the ability to understand client objectives.
A collaborative and proactive approach to working within a team.
What's on Offer
Exposure to complex, high-profile transactions and top-tier clients.
A supportive environment with structured training and mentoring.
Clear opportunities for career development within a leading national firm.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
How to Apply
If you are a NQ or Solicitor looking to develop your career in a supportive and forward-thinking Cardiff firm, I would like to hear from you on or via way of direct application.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Real Estate Finance NQ
LHH
4 days ago
£70,000.00 - £70,000.00Year
Permanent
Legal
Private Practice Law Firms
Cardiff
Real Estate Finance Solicitor - NQ
Location: Cardiff
Sector: Real Estate Finance / Banking & Finance
Experience: NQ - 1 PQE
The Opportunity
A leading national law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its highly regarded Real Estate Finance team in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity to combine the technical expertise of finance law with the commercial focus of real estate transactions. The successful candidate will advise major UK and international banks, institutional lenders, developers, and investors on high-value, property-backed lending deals - ranging from large-scale developments to complex investment portfolios.
The role offers exposure to high-quality work and the chance to collaborate with colleagues in banking, corporate, tax, and real estate on transactions that often have cross-border elements. You will be joining a supportive team committed to professional development and long-term career progression.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating loan agreements, security documentation, and ancillary finance documents.
Advising lenders and borrowers on property-backed financing arrangements.
Supporting senior lawyers in managing transactions from instruction to completion.
Liaising with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery of matters.
Assisting with business development activities and maintaining strong client relationships.
About You
NQ Solicitor or up to 1 year PQE, with experience in real estate finance, banking & finance, or commercial real estate (training contract seat considered).
Strong drafting, negotiation, and organisational skills.
Commercial awareness with the ability to understand client objectives.
A collaborative and proactive approach to working within a team.
What's on Offer
Exposure to complex, high-profile transactions and top-tier clients.
A supportive environment with structured training and mentoring.
Clear opportunities for career development within a leading national firm.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
How to Apply
If you are a NQ or Solicitor looking to develop your career in a supportive and forward-thinking Cardiff firm, I would like to hear from you on or via way of direct application.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.