Experienced Personal Tax Lawyer or Advisor

Arendt & Medernach SA; Luxemburg; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Arendt & Medernach SA, Luxembourg, seeks an Experienced Personal Tax Lawyer or Advisor to join its private wealth team. You will advise high-net-worth individuals, executives, and families on private wealth, personal tax and cross-border mobility matters.

You’ll work with senior colleagues on sophisticated domestic and international projects, delivering tailored solutions. The role involves research, client meetings, and ongoing tax planning across borders, with a culture of excellence and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in law specialising in Tax, ideally an LL.M in an English-speaking country
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in Personal Tax Luxembourg
• Fluent in English and French; German would be an asset
• Proven listening skills and analytical rigor enabling trust with contacts
• Open-minded, dynamic, flexible and able to work in a team, in an organized and independent manner

Responsabilités

• Conduct legal and tax research on private clients, executives and family-owned businesses
• Advise on private wealth structuring, estate and succession planning, and wealth transfer matters
• Design and implement executive compensation and incentive arrangements (equity, deferred compensation, pensions, profit-sharing)
• Provide tax advice to internationally mobile individuals, expatriates, and cross-border employees
• Draft opinions, memoranda and other docs on private wealth, compensation and personal tax matters
• Participate in client meetings and calls, delivering tailored solutions to complex client situations
• Monitor developments in private client law and contribute to team know-how

Connaissances

English fluency

French fluency

Analytical thinking

Team player

German ability (asset)

Formation

Master's degree in law (Tax)

Description du poste

Arendt & Medernach is the leading independent business law firm in Luxembourg with over 800 professionals. The firm’s international team of more than 450 legal experts represents Luxembourg and foreign clients in all areas of Luxembourg business law from its main office in Luxembourg and representative offices in Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, New York, and Paris.

Our service to clients is differentiated by the end-to-end specialist advice we offer, covering all legal, regulatory, taxation, and advisory aspects of doing business in Luxembourg.

Our firm advises international and domestic clients in all areas of business law relevant to their business activities, ranging from fund formation, banking, insurance, private equity, and real estate to corporate and tax matters.

Given the ongoing development of our firm, we are currently recruiting: Experienced Personal Tax Lawyer or Advisor

Your role:

You will join a team of highly skilled professionals advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, senior executives, families, and family offices on a broad range of private wealth, personal tax, and cross‑border mobility matters. Working closely with senior team members, you will quickly become involved in sophisticated domestic and international projects and contribute to the delivery of tailored solutions to clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting legal and tax research and analysing issues affecting private clients, executives, and family‑owned businesses
• Advising clients on private wealth structuring, estate and succession planning, and wealth transfer matters
• Assisting with the design and implementation of executive compensation and incentive arrangements, including equity and deferred compensation plans, supplementary pension schemes, profit‑sharing arrangements, and other reward structures
• Providing tax advice to internationally mobile individuals, expatriates, and cross‑border employees on the tax implications of their professional and personal situations
• Drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and other documentation relating to private wealth, executive compensation, and personal tax matters
• Participating in client meetings and conference calls and assisting in the delivery of practical and tailored solutions to complex client situations
• Monitoring legal and tax developments relevant to private clients and contributing to the team's know‑how and knowledge‑sharing initiatives

Your profile:

• You hold a master’s degree in law specialised in Tax, ideally completed by an LL.M degree in an English‑speaking country
• You have gained a minimum of 2 years of professional experience within the fields of Personal Tax in Luxembourg
• You are fluent in English, and French. German would be an asset
• You have proven listening skills and analytical rigor which enable you to gain the trust of internal and external contact persons
• You are open-minded, dynamic, flexible, and capable of working in a team in an organized and independent manner

Within Arendt, we uphold high standards. Our professionals work with clients on engaging projects, empowered from the start. With a strong local presence in Luxembourg and international reach, we support and train our team members to thrive in a culture of excellence. Specialised teams ensure the right skills are available, allowing for a focus on added value. Our leaders are approachable, providing support and mentoring. We offer a vibrant social life with numerous events, embracing sports and art, our culture encourages openness and discovery beyond the professional realm. With over 50 nationalities represented, Arendt is committed to the well‑being of its staff, serving the best interests of its clients, protecting the environment, and supporting education. Arendt promotes equal opportunities and value each employee for what they bring to the community.

For more information, please refer to our diversity and inclusion policy on our website.

Please be aware that the selected candidate will be required to provide a criminal record (or certificate of good conduct).

#AM Arendt & Medernach (A&M) is dedicated to providing top-quality legal services. Based in Kirchberg, A&M is the leading independent law firm in Luxembourg, representing local and international clients in all areas of Luxembourg business law. Arendt Regulatory & Consulting (ARC) is a team of experts from a diverse range of fields. Based in Kirchberg, ARC offers the opportunity to advise asset managers and servicers on their fund regulatory matters. Arendt Investor Services (AIS) acts as a regulated business facilitator. Supported by a team of experts in Hamm, AIS offers a full range of corporate, tax and funds services. Entrepreneurship At Arendt, we all share the same high standards. Our professionals are empowered from the beginning and have the opportunity to work with prestigious clients on engaging projects. We have a strong local presence in Luxembourg with an international reach. Expertise From the beginning, our people are supported and trained. We thrive in a culture of excellence, acquiring skills and knowledge that will last a lifetime. Specialised teams ensure the right skills are available, allowing for a focus on added value. Care Our leaders are approachable, and throughout our network of experts, everyone takes time for each other, offering support and mentoring newcomers. With over 50 nationalities represented, Arendt is committed to the well‑being of its staff, serving the best interests of its clients, protecting the environment, and supporting education. Social We offer a vibrant social life with numerous events. We firmly believe that informal moments within our teams allow us to forge strong bonds. Our Arendt culture is enriched by sports and art in all its forms, which encourages openness and discoveries outside of the professional realm.