Tax Associate

Downey Osborne; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary annual bonus

Flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave

Private health insurance

Life assurance and income protection

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and inclusive culture

Job summary

Downey Osborne in Dublin is seeking a Tax Associate for a leading international law firm. This role offers exposure to a broad range of complex domestic and international tax matters, with opportunities to work across financial services, corporate transactions, investment structures, cross-border tax planning and other commercial projects.

Working closely with experienced senior tax professionals, you will provide technical advice to a diverse client base while continuing to develop your

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer or accountant with up to four years of post-qualification experience.
• Completed, or currently working towards, the Chartered Tax Adviser qualification.
• Experience working within tax in a recognised law firm, accountancy practice or professional services environment.
• Financial services tax experience would be advantageous but not essential.
• Strong tax technical knowledge and a genuine interest in developing your expertise.
• Excellent written, drafting and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a collaborative team.
• Calm, measured approach when managing complex or time-sensitive matters.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Support senior tax professionals in advising domestic and international clients on a broad range of tax matters.
• Provide tax advice in relation to financial and commercial transactions.
• Assist with technical research, analysis and the preparation of tax advice.
• Work directly with clients and collaborate with colleagues across different specialist areas.
• Develop a strong understanding of relevant tax legislation, regulations and market developments.
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues, senior stakeholders and clients.
• Provide support across areas such as corporate tax, investment structures, mergers and acquisitions, cross-border transactions and other complex commercial matters.
• Assist with the preparation and review of technical documents, client advice and transaction-related materials.
• Work alongside other specialist teams to provide integrated and commercially focused advice.
• Participate in ongoing technical training, mentoring and professional development.

Job description

Downey Osborne is delighted to be recruiting a Tax Associate on behalf of a leading international law firm in Dublin.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified lawyer or accountant to join a growing and highly regarded tax team. The role offers exposure to a broad range of complex domestic and international tax matters, with opportunities to work across financial services, corporate transactions, investment structures, cross-border tax planning and other commercial projects.

Working closely with experienced senior tax professionals, you will provide technical advice to a diverse client base while continuing to develop your expertise within a collaborative, progressive and internationally focused environment.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave
• Private health insurance
• Life assurance and income protection
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and inclusive working culture

About You:

• Qualified lawyer or accountant with up to four years of post-qualification experience
• Completed, or currently working towards, the Chartered Tax Adviser qualification
• Previous experience working within tax in a recognised law firm, accountancy practice or professional services environment
• Financial services tax experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong tax technical knowledge and a genuine interest in developing your expertise
• Excellent written, drafting and communication skills
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team
• A calm and considered approach when managing complex or time-sensitive matters
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work

About Your New Role:

Always:

• Support senior tax professionals in advising domestic and international clients on a broad range of tax matters
• Provide tax advice in relation to financial and commercial transactions
• Assist with technical research, analysis and the preparation of tax advice
• Work directly with clients and collaborate with colleagues across different specialist areas
• Develop a strong understanding of relevant tax legislation, regulations and market developments
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues, senior stakeholders and clients

Often:

• Provide support across areas such as corporate tax, investment structures, mergers and acquisitions, cross-border transactions and other complex commercial matters
• Assist with the preparation and review of technical documents, client advice and transaction-related materials
• Work alongside other specialist teams to provide integrated and commercially focused advice
• Participate in ongoing technical training, mentoring and professional development
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the wider tax team

Occasionally:

• Support internal initiatives, technical updates and knowledge-sharing sessions
• Take part in professional networking events, industry seminars and continuing professional development activities
• Contribute to wider business initiatives and collaborative projects across the organisation
• Become involved in employee-led committees, social initiatives or workplace programmes

Never:

• Feeling micromanaged, as you will be trusted and empowered to take ownership of your work
• Being asked to explain why pigeons always look like they are late for a meeting