Indirect Taxation Role Firstlist Technology Solutions Private Limited

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai, Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Mumbai seeks a qualified tax professional to manage Indirect Tax matters, including GST, VAT, customs, and related laws, with strong research and drafting skills.

You will provide advisory services and litigation support, prepare opinions, draft responses to notices, and stay updated on regulatory changes across indirect tax regimes.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of statutory provisions and regulatory updates in indirect tax laws.
• Strong drafting and analytical abilities for opinions, notices, appeals and writs.
• Ability to conduct fast yet thorough statutory research and prepare client communications.

Responsibilities

• Handle engagements related to Indirect Tax Laws including Tax Advisory, consulting, restructuring and litigation.
• Draft opinions, replies to show cause notices, appeals, writ petitions, and briefs to counsel.

Skills

Indirect Tax Laws

GST Law

Tax Litigation

Legal Research

Education

LLB/LLM in Taxation

Job description

Major role and responsibilities:

• 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.