Senior Tax Attorney

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive-level benefits

Mentorship of junior attorneys

Prime Pretoria office

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Tax Attorney to lead its tax division in Pretoria. You will provide expert advisory and litigation services on corporate tax, VAT, CGT, and international tax matters for a high-profile client base.

The role demands an admitted SA attorney with an LLM in Tax and at least eight years of relevant experience, including significant disputes experience. Leadership and mentoring are key components of this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with specialized tax law qualifications (e.g., LLM in Tax).
• Minimum of 8 years' experience focused on tax law, with advisory and litigation emphasis.
• Proven success handling complex tax disputes and structuring significant tax transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African Income Tax Act and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax planning, structuring, and compliance advice for corporate clients.
• Represent clients in tax disputes with SARS, including audits, objections, and appeals.
• Advise on VAT, CGT, and international tax regulations.
• Draft and negotiate tax agreements and rulings.
• Stay current with legislative changes and tax authority practice notes.
• Mentor and guide junior attorneys within the tax practice group.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Advocacy

Education

LLM in Tax

Admission to SA High Court

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious law firm in Pretoria , is seeking an accomplished Senior Tax Attorney to lead their specialized tax division. This role demands profound expertise in South African tax law, encompassing corporate tax, international tax, and tax litigation. You will be responsible for advising a high-profile clientele on tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution, playing a critical role in navigating the intricate tax landscape. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to contribute significantly to a respected firm and mentor junior tax practitioners in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate tax planning, structuring, and compliance matters.
• Represent clients in tax disputes with SARS, including audits, objections, and appeals.
• Advise on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Capital Gains Tax (CGT), and international tax regulations.
• Draft and negotiate tax agreements and rulings.
• Stay current with legislative changes and tax authority practice notes.
• Mentor and guide junior attorneys within the tax practice group.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with specialized tax law qualifications (e.g., LLM in Tax).
• Minimum of 8 years' experience focused on tax law, with a strong emphasis on advisory and litigation.
• Proven success in handling complex tax disputes and structuring significant tax transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of South African Income Tax Act and related legislation.
• Excellent analytical, research, and advocacy skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits.
• Leadership role within a respected and growing tax practice.
• Opportunity to shape tax policy and strategy for major corporations.
• Generous support for professional development and continuing education.
• Prime office location in Pretoria with excellent amenities.