Junior Lawyer Tax Disputes
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7 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Our newly formed Tax Disputes team offers new lawyers an unique experience of working on complex ATO reviews and audits. This is an opportunity to work side by side with our Directors and Partners in a genuinely collaborative and client centric environment. We are proud to offer an exciting alternative to the environment of traditional law or accounting firm experience.
You will be involved in meaningful client work across tax disputes growing your technical capability commercial judgement and confidence as a lawyer through the quality and variety of matters you will take on. You will work solely in Tax Disputes with clients such as; large corporations high net worth individuals and private business. Our disputes cover income tax GST state taxes and a wide variety of administrative law issues as well.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting submissions to the ATO
- Conducting strategic legal research on niche points of law
- Assisting with drafting witness statements
- Assisting with drafting responses to ATO position papers
- Organising and attending client conferences
- Reviewing client documents and providing initial advice for Manager or Partner review
- Obtaining FOI documents from the ATO in order to advise clients on their potential defences
- Drafting briefs to counsel
- Working with counsel on collating and analysing evidence
- Assisting with file and project management of matters
Qualifications :
- Bachelor of Laws or combined Law double degree
- 1 2 years of work experience in a legal setting
- A keen interest in taxation disputes or regulatory work
- An analytical mindset
- Strong written communication skills
- Curiosity and strong willingness to learn
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Resilience and adaptability
Additional Information :
Join KordaMentha Where Your Growth Is Our Priority
We dont just hire talent; we invest in it - with support that accelerates your success in every way
Why Join Us
- Professional Development: Expert mentorship tailored training via KordaMentha Business School study support and our Accelerate program for Analysts to Associate Directors build your brand expand your network and gain strategic insights from senior leaders
- Flexibility: We champion work/life integration with options that fit your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Merit-based promotions secondments and opportunities to work alongside senior leaders on impactful projects.
- Leave That Works for You: Buy extra leave swap public holidays and access volunteer generous parental leave and career break options.
- Culture & Connection: Social events cultural celebrations and our bi-ennial black-tie ball.
- Family Support: Flexible parental leave return-to-work support through our partner GracePapers and resources for every stage of family life.
- Health & Wellbeing: Inclusive wellness initiatives and confidential and industry leading EAP for you and your family.
This isnt just a job its a place where your ambitions are nurtured your wellbeing is valued and your contributions celebrated. Ready to shape your future with us
At KordaMentha we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations challenges and opportunities with optimism curiosity and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches.
Our teams diverse skillsets backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMenthas different mindset. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicants unique strengths and capabilities.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Banking
- Legal Research
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Underwriting
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
Think beyond. Join KordaMentha where you can make a real difference from day one. Each year, we recruit a select number of bright, well-rounded graduates, and students in their final year of their degree, to start their journey with us. Become part of a unique, creative and entre ... View more
