Senior Tax Associate - (Advisory & Transactional)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking an ambitious Senior Associate (Advisory/Transactional Tax) to join its UK tax team in Bournemouth. This unique opportunity involves leading tax aspects of transactions, providing comprehensive advisory services, and collaborating with international teams. Ideal candidates will possess a strong legal background, a commercial mindset, and the desire to advance their career in a top-tier environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working

Continuous professional development

Health and wellbeing support

Bonus and pension

Qualifications

• 3+ years' post-qualification experience in a recognised tax practice.
• Strong foundation in drafting and negotiating tax-related provisions.
• Interest in CTA qualification is welcome, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading on the tax aspects of M&A, private equity, fund investment, and real estate transactions.
• Advising on complex tax structuring projects and cross-border mandates.
• Engaging directly with clients on risk and compliance strategies.

Skills

Negotiating tax-related provisions

Transactional tax

Advisory matters

Communication

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

3+ years post-qualification experience

Job description

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Senior Tax Associate - (Advisory & Transactional), bournemouth

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Client:

Medlock Partners

Location:

bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Associate – Tax (Advisory & Transactional)

? London or Leeds | ? Top-Tier Global Law Firm

? Hybrid Working | Award-Winning International Tax Practice | Genuine Long-Term Career Path

A prestigious, full-service international law firm is looking to appoint an ambitious and intellectually curious Senior Associate (Advisory/Transactional Tax) to join its highly regarded UK tax team. With openings in both London and Leeds, this is a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of a globally recognised tax group and to work on some of the most complex and high-value tax matters in the market.

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking, award-winning practice that acts as a strategic tax advisor to a global client base, offering:

• End-to-end involvement in corporate, finance, real estate, and fund-related tax work
• Involvement in high-profile, cross-border structuring and transactions
• Strong collaboration with international offices and tax teams globally
• A team culture that encourages thought leadership, mentoring, and business development
• A platform that supports your long-term progression toward counsel or partner roles

The Role Includes:

• Leading on the tax aspects of M&A, private equity, fund investment, and real estate transactions
• Advising on complex tax structuring projects and cross-border mandates
• Working closely with colleagues in finance, corporate, funds, and real estate practices
• Engaging directly with clients and supporting them on risk, W&I insurance and compliance strategies
• Playing an active role in developing junior team members
• Contributing to business development, pitches, and client relationship expansion
• Developing your own tax profile and personal brand within the wider market

What They’re Looking For:

• A UK-qualified lawyer with 3+ years' post-qualification experience in a recognised tax practice (guideline only)
• A strong foundation in drafting and negotiating tax-related provisions across key sectors
• Confident handling both transactional tax and standalone advisory matters
• A commercial approach, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in tax as a long-term specialism
• A team player with the ambition to build a long-term career within a top-tier firm

CTA qualification or an interest in pursuing it is welcome but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Work alongside market-leading partners and specialists in a truly global tax team
• Join a firm committed to flexible working, wellbeing, and continuous professional development
• Gain international exposure through cross-border projects and collaboration
• Access to mentoring, coaching, and structured career development pathways
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health and wellbeing support, bonus, pension, and more

This is an ideal move for a tax lawyer ready to take on more responsibility, deepen their technical expertise, and make a lasting impact in a firm that values excellence, innovation, and collaborative success.