Back to searchJob Title: Senior Associate - Transactional Tax Salary: Competitive Location: London, UK Job Ref: 36867Our ClientOur client is a leading full-service law firm with expertise in Asset Management, M&A, and Dispute Resolution & Investigations. They advise asset managers in various sectors, publicly listed and private companies, financial institutions, and other businesses involved in large and complex UK and cross-border transactions and disputes. Their aim is to provide the highest quality of service while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fulfilling working environment for their team.The DepartmentThe tax department at our client’s firm is one of the largest in London, with around 30 lawyers including 7 partners, accounting for approximately 10% of the firm’s personnel and revenue. Their size offers extensive expertise and influence, particularly in advising private equity, venture, credit, infrastructure, and real estate funds. They are a leader in private equity transactional tax, advising both financial sponsors and management teams, with expertise in structuring for infrastructure investments, capital markets, finance, and real estate.Their tax lawyers combine technical knowledge with commercial awareness, providing a full range of advisory services that go beyond structuring to real-world implementation. Associates are expected to collaborate closely with internal and external clients, explaining tax issues and helping to find appropriate solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Associate role in the Transactional Tax team will include:- Advising on a broad range of tax matters including M&A, Finance, and Real Estate transactions, with a particular focus on Real Estate Tax.- Managing matters with light-touch supervision.- Advising on the tax aspects of private M&A transactions from the perspective of financial sponsors, corporate shareholders, management teams, and finance providers.- Offering tax advisory work to corporate clients.- Providing advice on financing transactions, real estate transactions, restructurings, and management equity incentives.- Advising on IPOs and other fundraising and capital market transactions.- Collaborating with other sub-groups within the Tax team, such as Asset Management and Incentives and Remuneration, when appropriate.This is a transactional role that involves drafting and negotiating transaction terms and documents, along with advisory and structuring work.Person Specification- Qualifications: UK Qualified Solicitor with a strong academic record.- Experience:Experience in transactional tax (M&A, Finance, Real Estate) commensurate with PQE level. Substantive experience in Real Estate Tax is advantageous.- Skills:Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to demonstrate proactivity and good transaction management.5-8 PQE- Attributes:A team player who thrives in a collegiate environment. Commitment to the firm’s culture.Contact Person: Haneen Shuweikh Contact Email:   Contact Phone: Contact Mobile:  IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19](https://uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made).
Senior Associate- Tax
Law Staff Limited
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for a month
London, Greater London EC2V7NQ, England
£80,000 - £96,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Senior Associate - Transactional Tax position offers a competitive salary and is located in London, UK.
- The role requires a UK Qualified Solicitor with 5-8 years of post-qualification experience in transactional tax, particularly in M&A, Finance, and Real Estate.
- Candidates should have strong verbal and written communication skills, along with a proactive approach to transaction management.
- The position involves advising on various tax matters, managing transactions with light supervision, and collaborating with internal teams.
- The firm emphasizes a supportive and inclusive working environment while providing high-quality service to clients involved in complex transactions.