A leading international law firm with a strong presence in Leeds is seeking a Senior Tax Lawyer to join its highly regarded tax practice. The team advises multinational corporations, financial institutions, and high-growth businesses on complex UK and international tax matters, with particular expertise in real estate tax structuring and investment.

📌 Role Overview

This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced tax lawyer to lead on high-profile cases, provide strategic tax advice, and mentor junior colleagues. The role offers exposure to corporate transactions, M&A, restructuring, financing, tax disputes, and real estate tax planning, with the chance to work on cross-border matters alongside global teams.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

• Advise on corporate tax planning, M&A, financing, and restructuring projects
• Provide guidance on real estate tax structuring, property investment, and development projects
• Handle tax disputes, litigation, VAT, and customs matters
• Collaborate with colleagues in corporate, finance, and real estate practices
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with senior stakeholders
• Contribute to business development and thought leadership in tax law
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and trainees

🎯 Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor in tax law
• Strong technical expertise in UK and international tax, with a focus on real estate transactions
• Experience in transactional tax and/or tax litigation
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Commercial awareness with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
• Proven track record in client relationship management and business development
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across jurisdictions

🌟 Benefits & Opportunities

• Work within a multi-jurisdictional team tackling complex tax challenges
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• International secondments and cross-border projects
• Competitive salary and benefits package