Senior Tax Associate - (Advisory & Transactional)

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm seeks a Senior Tax Associate to join its UK tax team. The role involves advising on complex tax matters, leading transactions, and fostering career growth within a supportive environment. Ideal for a UK-qualified lawyer with experience in tax and a commitment to long-term career development.

Benefits

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing support

Continuous professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Mentoring and coaching opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years' post-qualification experience in a recognized tax practice.
• Strong foundation in drafting and negotiating tax-related provisions.
• Ambition to build a long-term career within a top-tier firm.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tax structuring

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

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04.06.2025

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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.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom