Associate - Corporate Tax

2 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Simmons & Simmons Full time

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Overview

Our tax experts work in three broad areas: transactional support, contentious tax and tax advisory.

Overview

Our tax experts work in three broad areas: transactional support, contentious tax and tax advisory.

We advise clients throughout our European network across the four sectors our firm focuses on:

Asset management and investment funds
Financial institutions
Healthcare and life sciences
Technology, media and telecommunications

Straddling our advisory and contentious activities are transfer pricing and specialist VAT practices, both led by partners recruited from the big four consultancy firms.

Our multidisciplinary tax team includes lawyers (solicitors and barristers), accountants and economists. This breadth of expertise helps us see the bigger picture for our clients, including the potential for audit issues, regulatory implications, as well as reputational concerns. That means we can tackle high-value complex matters.

The role

We are recruiting for an Associate to play an integral part in the growth of our market leading Tax practice. Supported by our international network, you will have the opportunity to work with tier 1 ranked Tax lawyers who are experts in their field.

We are looking for talented and technical Tax lawyers who have the ambition and aptitude to embrace our first-class client base in the asset management and financial institutions sectors. Candidates will be looking to further develop their knowledge and experience of this exciting and evolving industry.

We require confident and able networkers, who enjoy and will embrace client and business development. This is a unique opportunity with great future career opportunities at the firm for the right individual who tackles this role with success.

Person specification

Excellent academics.
Applicants will have around 3 PQE in Corporate Tax and VAT, gained at another leading practice.
Candidates must have a professional tax qualification (AITI/CTA).
Experience advising clients in the Financial Markets and/or Asset Management and Investment Funds sectors.
Strong client focus with an ability and willingness to get actively involved in marketing and business development.
Commercially driven.
Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Flexibility and a willingness to work additional hours on occasion as required.

Here at Simmons & Simmons

Simmons & Simmons Ireland is Ireland's first solicitor-barrister legal partnership which is a new Irish business structure that allows solicitors to form partnerships with barristers. We believe that this model will set the standard for legal excellence and client service in the international legal arena.

Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone's voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You'll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.

Key Highlights:

Competitive compensation package, including bonuses, private medical insurance, and pension contribution.
A global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities for all employees.
A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in-office, subject to role and client needs.
Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions.
Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
Vibrant social and sports committees.
The introduction of a Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.

Equal opportunities

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, offering equal employment opportunities across all spectrums of race, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and more. Flexible working arrangements are supported, and we strive to make our roles accessible to all. Our employee networks offer additional support, detailed in our D&I Information booklet provided during the recruitment process.

We value diversity and encourage applications from those who are passionate and willing to grow with us, even if not all requirements are met. Your unique experiences and perspectives are welcomed here.Seniority level

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment typeFull-time

Job function

Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
IndustriesLaw Practice

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