Address Location: Sydney
Contract Type: Permanent
MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history. We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.
Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities. That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.
We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration. Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach. Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.
The Role
Our National Tax and Tax Controversy team, renowned as the preeminent Tax Controversy practice amongst Australian law firms, is led by industry experts with extensive experience across the full spectrum of tax laws. We are currently seeking a talented Lawyer or Associate to join our specialist Tax Controversy practice. You will work closely with the team across a diverse range of Tax Controversy matters for a variety of clients, from high net worth individuals and private companies through to large multinationals, as well as acting for the ATO. This role involves assisting clients through audits, reviews, objections, and tax litigation, whilst working on interesting and high-profile tax matters.
More about you
We invite applications from lawyers (up to 5 years PQE) who:
Have technical proficiency in tax. Applicants with a technical background and some experience in Tax Controversy will be highly regarded.
Have experience working in a law firm, Big 4 professional services firm, or government in a tax-related field.
Possess exceptional plain English drafting skills and the ability to explain complex issues to clients clearly and concisely.
Demonstrate unwavering attention to detail and technical excellence.
Are client-focused and committed to forming enduring relationships with clients and industry experts.
Thrive in a highly collaborative environment.
Take pride in their work and in representing our firm.
Why MinterEllison
We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
How to apply
We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.
If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact ************@minterellison.com.
