Indirect Tax Advisory and Litigation – Associate | Mumbai

Elplaw; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Mumbai is seeking an Associate for its Indirect Tax Advisory and Litigation team. The candidate should have strong analytical and drafting skills, with the ability to understand and apply statutory provisions. Responsibilities include advisory and consulting on Indirect Tax Laws and handling litigation-related services. The firm values professionalism and proactive monitoring of regulatory updates. This role involves engaging with clients and preparing necessary legal documents, ensuring effective time management.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of client needs and legal intricacies.
• Strong analytical and research aptitude.
• Good command over English and sound drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle advisory and consulting related to Indirect Tax Laws.
• Engage in tax litigation services including drafting legal documents.
• Monitor regulatory updates and share insights with the team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research aptitude

Drafting skills

Knowledge of indirect tax laws

Professionalism

Job description

Indirect Tax Advisory and Litigation – Associate | Mumbai

• Thorough approach involving in-depth understanding of client needs and legal intricacies in handling assignments.
• Possesses strong analytical and research aptitude with the ability to understand and apply statutory provisions, notifications and judicial precedents. (most critical)
• Good command over English and sound drafting skills. (most critical)
• Knowledge of case laws and the relevant legal framework and remains abreast of regulatory updates.
• Proactive in monitoring developments and trends in indirect tax laws and sharing insights with the team.
• Ability to do quick research to develop a theoretical understanding of the laws and acts.
• Capable of preparing research notes, client communications and legal updates under guidance.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability and effective time management in executing assignments

Required Skill Set:

• The incumbent will handle engagements related to Indirect Tax Laws: including Tax Advisory and consulting, Tax restructuring and Tax litigation pertaining to GST Law, Customs Law, Foreign Trade Policy, Service Tax, VAT, Excise and other related laws.
• Assignments will also include litigation-related services: drafting of opinions, drafting replies to show cause notices, appeals, writ petitions, special leave petitions, briefing counsels and senior counsels