Associate - Taxation

Metalegal Advocates; Bengaluru; Sur place; INR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Metalegal Advocates is a litigation and advisory law firm inviting applications for an Associate (Advocate) in its Taxation – Litigation and Advisory practice. The role mainly involves assisting in direct and indirect taxation matters with emphasis on research, drafting, and advocacy under senior guidance.

The ideal candidate is an Advocate with up to 3 years of relevant experience, possessing strong analytical abilities, meticulous drafting skills, and a client-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Advocate (LL.B.) enrolled with the Bar Council of India.
• Qualified professionals with up to 3 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsabilités

• Assisting in matters relating to Direct and Indirect Taxation, including Income Tax, GST, Customs, and allied laws.
• Supporting the team in handling tax disputes, assessments, investigations, compliance matters, and regulatory proceedings.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on taxation laws, judicial precedents, notifications, circulars, and regulatory developments.
• Drafting and assisting in the preparation of appeals, replies, petitions, applications, rejoinders, legal advisories, memos, and other legal documents.
• Assisting in litigation, quasi-judicial proceedings, and tax advisory assignments under the guidance of senior professionals.
• Supporting filings and procedural work before tax authorities, tribunals, and other forums in coordination with clerks and support staff.
• Managing case records, documentation, and internal knowledge resources in a structured and professional manner.
• Adapting quickly to digital tools and internal systems such as Zoho, Microsoft Teams, and other technology platforms used by the Firm.
• Contributing to the Firm's knowledge database through case law compilations, statute summaries, white papers, articles, newsletters, and internal research initiatives.

Connaissances

Legal drafting

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ownership & initiative

Formation

LL.B., Bar Council of India

Outils

Zoho

Microsoft Teams

Description du poste

Metalegal Advocates is a litigation and advisory law firm with offices in New Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. The firm provides comprehensive services across economic laws, financial crimes, tax disputes (income tax, GST, black money, VAT, and other taxes), securities laws, FEMA, commercial laws, and related business and mercantile laws. Its clientele includes both businesses and individuals across a wide range of industry verticals.

Job Description

MetalegalAdvocates is looking to engage and retain an Associate (Advocate) for its Taxation – Litigation and Advisory practice.

EngagementProfile

The role wouldprimarily involve:

• Assisting in matters relating toDirect and Indirect Taxation, including Income Tax, GST, Customs, andallied laws;
• Supporting the team in handling taxdisputes, assessments, investigations, compliance matters, and regulatoryproceedings;
• Conducting legal research andanalysis on taxation laws, judicial precedents, notifications, circulars,and regulatory developments;
• Drafting and assisting in thepreparation of appeals, replies, petitions, applications, rejoinders,legal advisories, memos, and other legal documents;
• Assisting in litigation,quasi-judicial proceedings, and tax advisory assignments under theguidance of senior professionals;
• Supporting filings and proceduralwork before tax authorities, tribunals, and other forums in coordinationwith clerks and support staff;
• Managing case records, documentation,and internal knowledge resources in a structured and professional manner;
• Adapting quickly to digital tools andinternal systems such as Zoho, Microsoft Teams, and other technologyplatforms used by the Firm;
• Contributing to the Firm's knowledgedatabase through case law compilations, statute summaries, white papers,articles, newsletters, and internal research initiatives.

Requirements

Academic Qualification

• Must be aqualified Advocate (LL.B.) enrolled with the Bar Council of India
• Qualified professionals and candidates with up to three (3) years ofrelevant experience are encouraged to apply.

An Ideal Candidate Would Demonstrate

• A stronginterest in learning and building expertise in Direct and IndirectTaxation laws;
• Aknowledge-driven, analytical, and research-oriented approach;
• Effectivecommunication, drafting, and documentation skills;
• Attentionto detail and a professional approach towards work;
• A soundethical mindset and respect for confidentiality;
• Theability to work calmly under pressure, adapt to dynamic situations, andrespond with a problem-solving mindset;
• Awillingness to learn, take ownership of assignments, and grow within acollaborative professional environment.

Remuneration

Competitiveremuneration shall be offered commensurate with qualifications, relevantexperience, professional merit, and overall suitability for the role.

Theresponsibilities outlined above are indicative of the broad scope of the roleand are not intended to be exhaustive. The Associate may be required toundertake such additional responsibilities and assignments as may be reasonablyassigned by the Firm from time to time, having regard to the Firm's businessrequirements, client engagements, operational needs, and the Associate'sexperience, capability, and professional development.