Tax Disputes Partner

Negotiable

City of London, London

posted 20 Jan 26

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Tax Disputes Partner

Negotiable

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About this role

Role: Partner - Tax Disputes & Investigations
Global Firm
Location: London
A leading international law firm is seeking a highly accomplished lawyer (either partner or senior associate/ counsel stepping up) to join its expanding Tax Disputes practice in London. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior tax professional or solicitor with a strong track record in complex cross-border tax disputes, enforcement matters, and advisory work relating to corporate, indirect, and digital taxes.
The Role
As a Partner in the Tax Disputes & Investigations team, you will:

  • Lead high-value, complex tax disputes on behalf of multinational corporates and high-profile clients, representing them before HMRC, tribunals, and courts.
  • Provide strategic advice on tax compliance, voluntary disclosure, and enforcement risk mitigation, including criminal and civil investigations.
  • Develop and manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver sophisticated, client-focused solutions in high-stakes environments.
  • Actively contribute to the growth and development of the practice, helping shape strategy and market positioning.
  • Build and maintain trusted client relationships, advising at board and senior management level on contentious tax matters, risk management, and regulatory impact.

Your Background
We are seeking an exceptional professional with:

  • Qualification as a solicitor, chartered accountant, or tax adviser, ideally with a combination of legal and accounting credentials.
  • Significant experience in corporate tax disputes, investigations, and enforcement proceedings (UK and cross-border).
  • Strong familiarity with HMRC processes, tax tribunals, and regulatory frameworks, including transfer pricing, VAT, digital services tax, and BEPS-related matters.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage high-stakes matters, and develop client relationships at senior levels.
  • A strategic thinker with genuine enthusiasm for growing the practice and delivering market-leading advice.

Why This Opportunity
This role offers:

  • The opportunity to lead complex, high-profile matters in a dynamic and expanding practice.
  • Competitive partner-level compensation commensurate with experience and contribution.
  • A platform for career growth, leadership, and global influence in tax disputes.
  • Access to a diverse, hybrid team of lawyers, accountants, and advisors providing innovative solutions to clients' most pressing challenges.

If you are a senior tax professional looking to shape the future of tax disputes advisory, please apply as directed or contact Catherine Knowles on 07580 429 321.

  • Contract Type

    Permanent

  • Specialism

    Legal

  • Working pattern

    Flexi Working

  • Job ref

    BBBH136754

  • Expiry date

    19 February 2026

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Catherine Knowles

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