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Senior Associate Solicitor / Senior Licensed Conveyancer (Commercial Property)
- Cardiff
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
At Howells, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, award-winning legal services with a modern, client-focused approach and a strong local presence. As our Commercial Property team continues to grow, we are seeking an ambitious and motivated Solicitor with 2-5+ years' PQE who is ready to take the next step in their career.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial property matters, while playing a key role in delivering exceptional client service and supporting the continued growth of the team.
What you'll be responsible for:
Managing a varied caseload of commercial lease and Landlord & Tenant matters, including grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits, and surrenders.
Advising clients on estate management issues and ongoing property matters.
Handling acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties, both with and without occupational tenancies.
Assisting with commercial and residential development projects, including site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements, planning matters, and plot sales.
Advising on complex transactions including secured lending, real estate finance, agricultural land transactions, and renewable energy projects.
Providing property due diligence support to the Corporate team.
Managing more technical matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisement, title issues, portfolio transactions, and compulsory purchase matters.
Progressing files efficiently to ensure strong financial and billing performance.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development and networking initiatives.
Supervising and supporting Legal Assistants and junior team members where appropriate.
Maintaining accurate records using the firm's Case Management System and ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice requirements.
Undertaking any additional duties as reasonably required by your Line Manager or Director.
What we're looking for:
Qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or Solicitor in England & Wales.
2-5+ years' PQE with solid experience in Commercial Property law.
The confidence and ability to manage their own caseload independently.
Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client-focused mindset.
The ability to build effective relationships internally and externally and contribute to the continued growth of the department.
Experience of, or an interest in, supervising and mentoring junior team members.
A collaborative and positive team-oriented approach.
What you'll receive:
Competitive Salary
Annual Leave: Enjoy a minimum of 23 days each holiday year, plus bank holidays and extra time off to unwind, including an additional personal day, a day off for your birthday, and a discretionary paid day during the Christmas break.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Option to buy up to 3 extra days of leave annually to support your work-life balance.
Gym Discounts: Access discounted memberships to help you stay active and healthy.
Growth & Development: We're invested in your career with opportunities for learning and advancement.
Milestone Recognition: Celebrate your dedication with recognition and awards for key milestones.
Events: Take part in various networking, corporate, and charity events throughout the year.
Refer a Friend Scheme: Get rewarded for referring talented friends and connections to join the team
Discounted Childcare: Benefit from an agreed discounted rate at a nearby nursery, helping to make childcare more affordable and convenient.
Benefits:
Additional leave
Company events
Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
Cardiff CF24 0EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
What are your salary expectations for this role? Please provide an annual range
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial property matters, while playing a key role in delivering exceptional client service and supporting the continued growth of the team.
What you'll be responsible for:
Managing a varied caseload of commercial lease and Landlord & Tenant matters, including grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits, and surrenders.
Advising clients on estate management issues and ongoing property matters.
Handling acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties, both with and without occupational tenancies.
Assisting with commercial and residential development projects, including site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements, planning matters, and plot sales.
Advising on complex transactions including secured lending, real estate finance, agricultural land transactions, and renewable energy projects.
Providing property due diligence support to the Corporate team.
Managing more technical matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisement, title issues, portfolio transactions, and compulsory purchase matters.
Progressing files efficiently to ensure strong financial and billing performance.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development and networking initiatives.
Supervising and supporting Legal Assistants and junior team members where appropriate.
Maintaining accurate records using the firm's Case Management System and ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice requirements.
Undertaking any additional duties as reasonably required by your Line Manager or Director.
What we're looking for:
Qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or Solicitor in England & Wales.
2-5+ years' PQE with solid experience in Commercial Property law.
The confidence and ability to manage their own caseload independently.
Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client-focused mindset.
The ability to build effective relationships internally and externally and contribute to the continued growth of the department.
Experience of, or an interest in, supervising and mentoring junior team members.
A collaborative and positive team-oriented approach.
What you'll receive:
Competitive Salary
Annual Leave: Enjoy a minimum of 23 days each holiday year, plus bank holidays and extra time off to unwind, including an additional personal day, a day off for your birthday, and a discretionary paid day during the Christmas break.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Option to buy up to 3 extra days of leave annually to support your work-life balance.
Gym Discounts: Access discounted memberships to help you stay active and healthy.
Growth & Development: We're invested in your career with opportunities for learning and advancement.
Milestone Recognition: Celebrate your dedication with recognition and awards for key milestones.
Events: Take part in various networking, corporate, and charity events throughout the year.
Refer a Friend Scheme: Get rewarded for referring talented friends and connections to join the team
Discounted Childcare: Benefit from an agreed discounted rate at a nearby nursery, helping to make childcare more affordable and convenient.
Benefits:
Additional leave
Company events
Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
Cardiff CF24 0EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
What are your salary expectations for this role? Please provide an annual range
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person