Solicitor - 2-5 PQE- Taxation - Sydney

Mallesons; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mallesons in Sydney is seeking a solicitor (2-5 PQE) to join our market-leading Taxation group. You will work on income tax matters for domestic and multinational corporates across industries including financial services, technology and mining, drafting tax advice and legal documents.

You will be part of a collaborative team that values precision, timely delivery and commercial focus, with opportunities for cross-border work and client development.

Qualifications

• Tax experience in a legal or accounting firm with corporate advisory focus.
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to draft opinions.
• Commitment to client service and commercial delivery.
• Willingness to contribute to business development.

Responsibilities

• Work on income tax matters for domestic and multinational clients.
• Draft tax advice and legal documents for transactions and disputes.
• Collaborate with banking, M&A and funds teams as needed.

Skills

Tax advisory

Legal drafting

Analytical reasoning

Client service

Business development

Education

Bachelor of Laws / JD

Job description

Our market leading Taxation group is currently seeking a solicitor (2-5 PQE) to join our team in Sydney.

In this role you will work on income tax matters for a wide range of clients including domestic and multinational corporates across a range of industries, including financial services, technology, telecommunications, health and mining.

Our team are responsible for delivering timely, commercially focussed and cost-effective advice to clients on the tax issues arising out of a wide range of transactions, including issues related to the disposal and acquisition of businesses and entities, corporate restructures, employee share plans, corporate distributions, cross-border transactions and complex finance transactions. Your work will include the provision of tax advice and drafting legal documents.

We advise some of the world's largest banks, financial institutions, insurance providers, fund managers and telecommunications, resources, energy and industrial companies, on taxation law aspects of their transactions and disputes in Australia and offshore. We work closely with colleagues in other practice groups including Banking, M&A, and Funds Management.

Our work

In this role you will work on income tax matters for a wide range of clients including domestic and multinational corporates across a range of industries, including financial services, technology, telecommunications, health and mining.

Our team are responsible for delivering timely, commercially focussed and cost-effective advice to clients on the tax issues arising out of a wide range of transactions, including issues related to the disposal and acquisition of businesses and entities, corporate restructures, employee share plans, corporate distributions, cross-border transactions and complex finance transactions. Your work will include the provision of tax advice and drafting legal documents.

We advise some of the world's largest banks, financial institutions, insurance providers, fund managers and telecommunications, resources, energy and industrial companies, on taxation law aspects of their transactions and disputes in Australia and offshore. We work closely with colleagues in other practice groups including Banking, M&A, and Funds Management.

About the team

You will work with highly regarded partners known for the breadth and depth of their expertise. Along with interesting and challenging work, you will be mentored and guided in your career to help you achieve your full potential as a tax lawyer. Our tax team culture is supportive, collaborative, respectful and sociable.

You will have

• Recognised tax experience gained in a legal or accounting firm with a focus on corporate advisory and/or financial services work, including experience in drafting opinions and legal drafting (although candidates with limited legal drafting experience are still encouraged to apply provided they are willing to develop these skills).
• Excellent analytical, communication and research skills. Legal research is a significant part of this role so a willingness to undertake detailed legal research (which also includes the appropriate use of AI tools) is imperative.
• A strong commitment to client service.
• Enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities.

Who are we?

We are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia, a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. We've been part of Australia's story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deep expertise, collective judgment and genuine collaboration, we cut through complexity so our clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen.

Why work with us?

We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible, ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. It's a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients, where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same, where you will make a difference you can be proud of. You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals.

Together we learn. Together we master. Together we lead.

Diversity and Inclusion

Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at Mallesons.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices - if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email *******@mallesons.com

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to Kellie McLean, ***email_hidden***

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.