At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on complex tax matters for high-profile clients in a collaborative team.
- Company: Renowned international law firm with a strong focus on professional development.
- Benefits: Top market salary, attractive bonuses, hybrid work, and excellent career progression.
- Other info: Supportive environment with strong mentoring and clear career trajectory.
- Why this job: Join a leading practice and tackle impactful tax challenges while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with 2-5 years' PQE in corporate and commercial tax.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
About the Firm
This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded international law firm with a reputation for advising on complex corporate and commercial tax matters in both domestic and cross-border contexts. The firm is recognised for combining exceptional technical expertise with a strong commercial focus, providing pragmatic solutions to high-profile clients across a wide range of industries. It offers an inclusive and collaborative environment, underpinned by a commitment to professional development and opportunities for progression.
The Role
This position sits within the tax practice, which plays a central role in supporting major transactions and delivering standalone strategic advice. The team is integrated with the firm's corporate, private equity, real estate, and infrastructure groups, regularly advising clients such as corporates, funds, developers, and financial sponsors on multi-faceted issues. Work will include:
- Advising on tax aspects of significant domestic and cross-border transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and investment structuring
- Providing guidance on private equity transactions, real estate investments, and infrastructure developments
- Drafting and negotiating tax provisions in SPAs, tax deeds, and related documentation
- Structuring advice for credit and fund platforms, including secondaries and complex fund arrangements
- Preparing technical memoranda, structuring papers, and risk assessments for diverse clients
You will work closely with senior associates and partners, gaining exposure to a wide client base and some of the most strategically significant tax matters in the market, while developing both technical and client-facing skills in a supportive team environment.
What They're Looking For
- England & Wales qualified lawyer with 2-5 years' PQE in tax
- Experience in corporate and commercial tax gained at an international or top-tier law firm
- Strong technical capabilities across domestic and cross-border tax matters, with solid drafting skills
- Ability to manage workstreams proactively and communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders
- Commercial mindset with an appreciation of the industries in which clients operate
- Eagerness to engage in business development and build professional networks
- Enthusiasm for tax law, with an interest in developments that shape the broader business landscape
Why Apply?
This is a career-enhancing opportunity with a leading practice where you will work on technically challenging and impactful matters. The firm offers top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, hybrid working arrangements, and an outstanding professional development programme. You will join a collegiate, forward-thinking environment with strong mentoring and a clear trajectory for progression.
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International Law Firm Tax Associate (2-5 PQE) employer: Taylor Root
As a leading global insurance firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong emphasis on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and encourage collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that every team member's contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our firm not only provides competitive benefits but also promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the legal field.
