A leading international law firm is seeking a US-qualified associate to join its Private Client & Tax practice in Singapore, within the US Tax team. The role sits within a large, top-ranking wealth planning group whose practitioners advise domestic and internationally based clients and their family offices on trusts, tax, and estate and succession matters.

The associate will work with high net worth individuals and their families on US and international tax, trust and estate planning, including US expatriation and immigration issues and IRS Voluntary Disclosure programs. Work also spans structuring investments into businesses, real estate and funds, advising on US and international trusts and foundations, private trust companies, holding companies and family offices, and handling FATCA and CRS reporting matters.

The position is part of a substantial team, many of whom are US-qualified, and involves regular collaboration with colleagues in offices across Asia, Europe and the United States. It suits a lawyer who enjoys cross-border, multi-jurisdictional work and direct client contact on sensitive, highly confidential matters.

4–5 years of relevant post-qualification experience preferred
Admitted to practice law in the US
LLM in taxation preferred
Strong commercial awareness, financial aptitude and discretion with highly confidential information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure
Organised, conscientious, technically competent and detail-oriented
Initiative, adaptability and a flexible, collaborative team approach

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