At a Glance
- Tasks: Support investment teams with compliance guidance and tax law interpretation.
- Company: Join a leading international fund manager based in Zurich.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on personal development.
- Why this job: Make an impact in private equity while navigating complex tax regulations.
- Qualifications: Degree in Law or Tax Law; experience in international tax compliance required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
coni + partner, established 1993, is a consultancy company with headquarters in Zurich and subsidiaries in Düsseldorf and Shanghai. We are specialised in custom-fit staffing in tune with the corporate culture by ensuring a perfect match of professional skills, references and personal as well as social skills of successful candidates.
Our client is a large international fund manager in Zurich. We are searching for a fund compliance specialist (m, f, d) as Legal Counsel PE Fund Investment Compliance.
Aufgaben- Support investment team and providing guidance for company’s participation in investments and strategic partnerships.
- Research compliance issues and interpret tax laws and rulings to resolve a wide variety of tax questions.
- Review of tax returns filled by external advisors and the processes of tax reporting.
- Advising on tax compliance aspects of private equity business and supporting FATCA and CRS matters and the review of the W-8/W-9 forms.
- Manage the annual process of complying with tax obligations in various jurisdictions around the world.
- Research and interpret tax laws and regulations affecting private equity investments.
- Collaborate with investment teams with tax due diligence processes, tax structuring and analysing tax scenarios.
- Monitoring tax procedures and controls to ensure they are carried out correctly and on time and assess changes in international and domestic taxation and the impact on the fund investments.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and international tax obligations.
- Participate in ad hoc tax projects, provide direct ad hoc support and trainings.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or Tax Law.
- Further education in tax law would be an advantage.
- Professional experience at a Big Four firm or a top-tier law firm is required.
- Experience in the field of international tax law as well as US tax and investment compliance (FATCA, CRS).
- Knowledge of corporation tax law and the formation and investment activities of private equity funds structured as both open-ended and closed-ended funds, across various jurisdictions with domicile in Luxembourg, Ireland, Delaware, the Cayman Islands, etc.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to work well in a team.
- Efficient working style.
- Ability to build interpersonal relationships.
- Strong client focus.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Interest in project work.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Fluent English.
Legal Counsel PE Fund Investment Compliance in London employer: coni+partner AG
coni + partner is an exceptional employer located in the heart of Zurich, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration. With a strong focus on custom-fit staffing and a commitment to employee development, we provide our team with unique opportunities to engage in meaningful tax projects within the asset management sector of an international Swiss bank. Our inclusive culture encourages innovation and teamwork, making it an ideal place for tax professionals looking to advance their careers while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that Zurich has to offer.
