Tax Attorney

Latita Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Latita Africa is seeking a skilled Tax Attorney to provide legal representation and strategic tax advisory services. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of post-admission experience in tax law, strong drafting skills, and a thorough understanding of South African tax legislation. This role offers an opportunity to engage with clients on complex tax issues and contribute significantly to their financial strategies.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 2+ years post-admission experience in tax law or related legal practice.
• Strong drafting and legal research skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation in SARS-related disputes.
• Draft and negotiate contracts with tax implications.
• Advise on local and cross-border tax structures.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Drafting

Tax Planning

Tax Compliance

Education

LLB Degree

Postgraduate Diploma in Tax Law or LLM in Tax

Tools

Microsoft Office

SARS eFiling

LexisNexis

Job description

Company Description

Latita Africa is a pioneering Pan-African firm focused on driving growth across the African continent. We specialize in tax, legal, advisory, and tax debt management services, combining deep industry insight with innovative strategies to navigate complex regulatory landscapes effectively. Our services include corporate tax planning, individual tax compliance, legal expertise in trusts, corporate and commercial law, and strategic advisory services in treasury management, financial accounting, and forensic investigations. We are committed to providing robust support to help businesses thrive in the African market.

Job Title: Tax Attorney

Location:Woodmead, JHB (In-Office)

ExperienceRequired: 2+ years post-admission legal experience in tax law

Department:Legal / Tax Advisory

Reports To:Line Manager

Language Requirements: Bilingual (English & Afrikaans)

Applicants must be proficient in both English and Afrikaans

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and solution-driven Tax Attorney to provide legal representation, contract drafting, and strategic tax advisory to clients dealing with SARS disputes, tax planning, and commercial transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong grounding in South African tax law, experience engaging with SARS, and proven competence in drafting and reviewing tax-sensitive legal agreements for individuals, SMEs, and corporate clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Dispute Resolution & Legal Representation:

• Represent clients in SARS-related disputes including objections, appeals, and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
• Draft legal opinions, dispute letters, and court documents in line with the Tax Administration Act and relevant case law
• Appear before the Tax Board or Tax Court when necessary and engage SARS Legal & Technical divisions effectively

Contract Drafting & Legal Documentation:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with tax implications, such as shareholder agreements, sale of business agreements, loan agreements, and commercial leases
• Ensure legal agreements align with tax strategy, minimise risk, and comply with the Income Tax Act, VAT Act, and SARS regulations
• Provide guidance on structuring agreements to support tax efficiency in business operations and transactions

Advisory & Compliance:

• Provide legal tax opinions across all tax types (Income Tax, VAT, CGT, PAYE, etc.)
• Assist clients with voluntary disclosure programme (VDP) applications and tax compromise negotiations
• Advise on local and cross-border tax structures, trusts, and estate planning from a legal-tax perspective

Client Engagement & Strategy:

• Develop legal tax strategies tailored to the client’s commercial and financial goals
• Collaborate with tax practitioners, accountants, and auditors to ensure cohesive and compliant tax solutions
• Interpret legislation, SARS rulings, and court precedents to resolve complex client matters

Knowledge Management & Development:

• Monitor legal developments, SARS practice changes, and court rulings relevant to tax law and contracts
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, training, and legal bulletins

Minimum Requirements:

• LLB Degree (essential); Postgraduate Diploma in Tax Law or LLM in Tax (preferred)
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• 2+ years post-admission experience in tax law, contract drafting, or related legal practice
• Strong drafting and legal research skills with attention to legal-tax implications in contracts
• In-depth understanding of the Tax Administration Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act, and SARS dispute resolution process
• Proficiency with SARS eFiling, Microsoft Office, and legal research platforms (e.g., LexisNexis)

Should you not meet and/or exceed these requirements, please refrain from applying.

Preferred:

• Experience in tax litigation and high-value commercial transactions
• Strong background in drafting tax-related or commercial contracts
• Familiarity with corporate law, company structuring, or international tax law
• Membership with SAIT, LSSA, or a relevant tax/legal professional body

Salary Range:

Market-related

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