At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic legal initiatives in corporate taxation and manage complex tax matters.
- Company: Reputable organisation with a focus on direct tax law and litigation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for leadership.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to collaborate across teams and manage high-stakes cases.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in the field of direct tax law and work with top professionals.
- Qualifications: LL.B. or LL.M. with 12-18 years of experience in direct tax litigation.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 120000 £ per year.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly experienced Legal Counsel – Direct Tax to lead strategic legal initiatives related to corporate taxation. The ideal candidate should bring robust expertise in direct tax laws, litigation, and tax advisory, with a strong track record of working with major Indian business conglomerates or infrastructure-driven enterprises.
Key Responsibilities
- Offer strategic legal advice on complex direct tax matters, including corporate tax, capital gains, MAT, DDT, and transfer pricing.
- Represent the organization before tax authorities and appellate bodies such as CIT(A) and ITAT.
- Ensure compliance with income tax laws, manage tax audits, assessments, and reassessments.
- Draft and review legal submissions, opinions, appeals, and related tax documentation.
- Track regulatory developments in direct taxation and assess their business impact.
- Collaborate with finance, business, legal, and strategy teams to mitigate tax risks and optimize tax structures.
- Lead tax litigation efforts and oversee case strategies before tax tribunals and courts.
- Coordinate with external law firms and consultants for high-stakes or complex tax cases.
- Maintain organized documentation and timely internal reporting of all ongoing tax matters.
Key Requirements
- LL.B. and/or LL.M. from a reputed institution; additional qualifications in taxation or commerce are preferred.
- 12–18 years of proven experience in direct tax litigation and advisory, ideally within top law firms or large corporations.
- Solid understanding of the Income Tax Act, DTAA, and key judicial rulings.
- Strong abilities in legal drafting, analytical thinking, and communication.
- Capable of working under pressure and managing multiple priorities efficiently.
- Excellent leadership skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
Legal Counsel – Direct Tax (Senior Position) employer: Canon Sphere
As a leading employer in the legal sector, we offer our Legal Counsel – Direct Tax the opportunity to engage in high-stakes tax litigation and advisory work within a dynamic and collaborative environment. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our robust training programmes and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact on corporate taxation strategies. Located in a vibrant business hub, we provide a supportive work culture that values innovation and teamwork, making us an excellent choice for professionals seeking rewarding employment.
