Associate - Corporate Tax & Incentives

JMC Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in the City of London seeks a talented Corporate Tax & Incentives Associate with 2-4 PQE to join their growing team. This role offers genuine progression, hands-on exposure to complex work, and a supportive culture. Ideal candidates will have strong corporate tax experience and a collaborative approach. Apply for a chance to join a respected firm that values professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Strong internal progression

Collaborative culture

Diverse, high-quality work

Well-balanced environment

Qualifications

• Experience at a recognised City or regional firm, ideally England & Wales qualified.
• Strong technical knowledge relevant to the sector.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a growing team.

Responsibilities

• Advise on corporate transactions and structuring.
• Manage employee share schemes and management incentives.
• Consider cross-border tax issues and planning.

Skills

Corporate Tax experience

Ability to apply technical knowledge pragmatically

Collaborative mindset

Education

2-4 years' PQE in Corporate Tax and/or Incentives

Job description

Top 50 UK law firm seeking a talented Corporate Tax & Incentives Associate. In this role you'll find genuine progression, high-quality transactional work and a supportive, close-knit team environment.

As such, this is an outstanding opportunity for a 2-4 PQE Associate to join the Corporate Tax & Incentives team at a leading UK and international law firm based in the City of London.

The Firm

This is a leading international law firm renowned for combining top-tier technical expertise with a genuine human touch. The firm has a strong reputation across corporate, private capital, real estate, and disputes and is particularly well known for its ability to advise entrepreneurs, businesses and private clients seamlessly across both commercial and personal interests. With offices across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, the firm offers the scale and resources of a global practice while maintaining the collaborative culture and approachability of a mid‑sized partnership. Lawyers here value the balance of quality work, professional development, and a supportive culture where individuality is encouraged and long-term careers are nurtured.

The Opportunity

This Top 50 UK law firm is seeking a 2-4 PQE Corporate Tax & Incentives Associate, City of London. The role sits within a highly regarded and growing practice known for its collegiate culture, technical excellence and impressive client base.

The position sits in a top-tier Corporate Tax & Incentives team led by a widely respected Partner recognised for their commercial acumen and practical approach. The team advises on the full range of corporate tax matters, with an emphasis on transactional support and advisory work, including:

• Corporate transactions and structuring
• Employee share schemes and management incentives
• Cross-border tax considerations and planning
• Supporting clients across corporate, real estate, and private client sectors

This is a key strategic hire to support the team's continued growth and enable senior lawyers to focus on further business development and client expansion. The work is intellectually engaging and varied, and the team is known for offering Associates hands‑on exposure to complex matters from day one.

What’s in it for you?

• Strong internal progression: The team structure means there's ample scope to progress, with close mentoring from senior associates, counsel and partners.
• Collaborative culture: You'll join a genuinely supportive environment where people enjoy working together and learning from each other.
• Diverse, high-quality work: You'll act for a broad range of clients including listed and privately held companies, management teams, and investors.
• Well-balanced environment: The firm combines top-tier work with a more sustainable approach to hours and work‑life balance than most of its City peers.

About You

• 2‑4 years' post‑qualification experience in Corporate Tax and/or Incentives, gained at a recognised City or regional firm (ideally, England & Wales qualified).
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to apply it pragmatically in a transactional context.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm to be part of a growing, ambitious team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven tax lawyer to join a team on an upward trajectory within one of the UK's most respected full‑service law firms.

Apply now for confidential consideration or call Charlie Simpkin at JMC Legal Recruitment to find out more on 02038652113.