Real Estate Associate Solicitor - Yolk Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Associate - Real EstateLocation: CardiffExperience Level: 2+ Years PQESalary Range: £66,000-£76,000 (salary is based on experience and is negotiable for the right candidate)

About the Role:Are you an experienced real estate solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? This is a rare opportunity to join a growing, market-leading real estate team based in Cardiff. If you're currently working in a city firm and looking to relocate to Wales, this role could be the perfect fit.

This position focuses on cutting-edge commercial real estate work, particularly in the rapidly growing data centre sector. You will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects for global corporations, and handling complex transactions.

You will get the opportunity to have a client list that includes leading names in technology, retail, and logistics, giving you the chance to work with some of the most dynamic companies worldwide. With a young, ambitious team and direct mentor-ship from industry leaders, this role provides an excellent platform for professional growth.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing complex landlord and tenant transactions, including lease agreements involving development obligations.
• Handling acquisitions and disposals of development plots.
• Working with global clients on commercial and residential development schemes.
• Supporting high-profile corporate real estate portfolios, including logistics and data centres.
• Collaborating closely with a supportive and experienced team.

What We're Looking For:

Experience: 2+ years PQE with a strong background in commercial real estate transactions.Technical Expertise: Excellent understanding of landlord and tenant matters, with experience handling blue-chip corporate clients.Education: Strong academic track record, ideally from a reputable institution.Attributes: Commercially minded, highly organised, detail-oriented, and a team player.Ambition: Enthusiasm for working on high-value projects in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

What you will get as a Real Estate Associate Solicitor:

Work with Industry Leaders: Gain invaluable experience working directly with market experts renowned in the field.Career Growth: Be part of a rapidly expanding team with excellent opportunities for progression.Hybrid Working: Enjoy flexibility with three days in the office and two remote-working days.Competitive Salary: Attractive remuneration with room for exceptional candidates to earn at the top end of the scale.Exciting Clients: Work with household names and industry-leading organisations.

Interested?This is a one-stage, informal interview process. Our client is more interested in getting to know you and finding the right fit for the team than making things overly formal. If you're ready to bring your skills and experience to a team that values ambition, collaboration, and excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.