Tax Litigation Associates 3+ and 6+

Overview

In this role you will handle contentious tax matters and high-stakes disputes within a top-tier disputes and advisory practice. You’ll work closely with a cross-functional team to support complex tax litigation for international clients, including UHNI individuals and corporates. You will engage in appeals before tribunals and higher courts, delivering precise legal research and well-structured opinions. This opportunity offers early responsibility, a fast-paced environment, and meaningful impact on high-profile tax matters. You join a collaborative culture that values initiative, professional development, and client-focused service.

Responsibilities

• Advising on contentious tax issues, investigations, and disputes
• Assisting with appeals before the First-tier Tribunal, Upper Tribunal, and higher appellate courts
• Preparing legal research notes, drafting opinions, and drafting applications, pleadings, and correspondence
• Delivering high-quality client service in a professional, confident, and personable manner
• Developing strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, and external specialists
• Producing accurate, high-quality work consistently and efficiently
• Demonstrating initiative, enthusiasm, and commitment to ongoing professional development
• Hands-on involvement across a broad range of responsibilities

Key requirements

• Strong academic background from a well regarded university (or equivalent)
• Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales, ideally with 3–5 years’ PQE
• Experience in tax litigation or contentious tax matters is essential
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational ability, and meticulous attention to detail
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to contribute in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on approach and enthusiasm for cross-functional responsibilities

• strong communication
• initiative
• team collaboration
• tax litigation
• appeals in tribunals and higher courts
• legal research and drafting

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