Tax Associate - Law Firm (accounting backgrounds welcome)

Tax Associate – Law Firm (Accounting Backgrounds Welcome)

We are seeking a talented Tax Associate to join a leading team of tax professionals at a prestigious law firm. Whether you're coming from a top-tier accounting firm or a law background, our client will welcome your expertise. This is an exceptional opportunity for professionals with strong corporate tax experience who are looking to transition into a law firm environment or advance their existing legal career.

About the Role:
As a Tax Associate, you will be part of a team working on a broad array of complex tax matters, both domestic and international. With a focus on M&A tax, tax planning, and advisory work, you will engage in both transactional and strategic advisory projects across a wide range of industries. Your role will offer significant exposure to cross-border transactions, tax structures, and tax dispute resolution.
Your key responsibilities will include advising clients on tax-efficient structures, navigating complex transactions, and offering clear, commercially-focused advice. You'll be expected to contribute to the firm's business development efforts, working closely with senior partners and clients to help expand the practice.

The Team:
This award-winning Tax team, which includes lawyers, accountants, and economists, provides an integrated approach that is uniquely positioned in the market. They offer services in transactional tax, tax disputes, transfer pricing, VAT/Indirect tax, and economic modelling. They are one of the few firms globally capable of undertaking complex M&A tax due diligence and economic valuations, while also maintaining one of the largest tax disputes practices in the world.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Qualified solicitor, chartered tax advisor, or chartered accountant with experience from a leading international law or accounting firm.
• A strong background in both tax planning and transactional tax work.
• Exceptional technical knowledge and development potential.
• Strong communication skills, able to build relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive, client-focused approach with a drive for business development.
• A solid team player who values collaboration.

Why Join? You will join a supportive, inclusive team that fosters personal and professional growth. They offer a comprehensive development program, mentorship, and opportunities to take on key roles in both client service and business development. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you’ll be part of a firm recognised for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.

If you are a proactive tax professional from a top-tier law or accounting firm seeking a new challenge, I would love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of one of the most respected tax teams in the legal world.

sallymcintyre-brown@puresearch.com
 

Responsibilities

corporate tax, M&A tax, international tax, tax controversy, tax disputes, tax transactions

Desired Experience

corporate tax, M&A tax, international tax, tax controversy, tax disputes, tax transactions

Location

London