Legal Operations

Corporate Tax Associate

A leading international law firm

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We are seeking a high-performing and commercially focused Associate to join our Corporate Tax team in Manchester. You will work on complex, cross-border transactions while focusing on sectors that interest you, with strong investment in training and legal tech to support your development.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Advising on real estate, M&A, private equity, joint ventures and investments
  • Providing efficient professional support to senior lawyers
  • Developing strong client relationships and delivering business advisory services
  • Supporting business development and marketing initiatives
  • Managing and supervising work of trainees and other team members

About you:

  • Excellent drafting skills and the ability to translate legal theory into practical advice
  • Ambitious, entrepreneurial mindset
  • Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills
  • Appropriate post-qualification experience in a UK-based team (maximum 4 years PQE)

What we offer:

  • Competitive basic salary, reviewed annually
  • Flexible, hybrid working policy
  • Generous bonus scheme
  • Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 with service) plus holiday exchange scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
  • Maximum 4 years PQE in a UK-based tax team
  • Excellent drafting and communication skills
  • Strong commercial and business advisory acumen
  • Client-focused with good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage and supervise junior team members

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