Tax Associate

Opportunity in a Global Law firm.

This position involves providing expert advice on various corporate tax matters. The firm offers a comprehensive tax practice, presenting an excellent opportunity to engage in a wide array of transactions and tax structuring. The focus will be on ensuring tax-efficient strategies are implemented to meet the specific needs of clients.

The firm places significant emphasis on the training and development of its associates, fostering an environment where tax lawyers are recognised for their commercial acumen and innovation. The role promises extensive client interaction.

Key Responsibilities:

The tax team advises on the structuring and execution of transactions, both domestically and internationally. The successful candidate will provide guidance on tax matters related to:

• Structured real estate transactions
• Mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate deals
• Funds, including hedge, debt, real estate, and other asset classes
• International tax structures and cross-border transactions
• Structured finance, Islamic finance, and capital markets
• Insolvency, restructuring, and relevant VAT/indirect tax issues

Qualifications:

• Qualified to practice in the UK (England and Wales preferred)
• Strong academic background
• Broad experience in corporate tax, ideally within a major City or large regional firm
• Experience in real estate and corporate transaction tax is advantageous
• Additional expertise in funds taxation, financial transaction taxation, or tax accounting is beneficial

Skills:

• Commercially focused with intellectual curiosity
• Client-facing confidence
• Strong independent working ability
• Clear and concise communicator
• Flexible and adaptable approach