LawyerAssociate Tax & Revenue

About Cowell Clarke

Cowell Clarke is a specialist commercial law firm based in Adelaide and Sydney. We act for clients across all sectors of business and industry both in Australia and internationally.

What are we looking for

We are currently seeking applications from enthusiastic and motivated graduate (or up to 2PQE) lawyers to join our Tax & Revenue team. This is an exciting opportunity to help establish our tax team in Sydney as our first team member in this location. Youll play a key role in supporting our significant NSW client base and will need to be proactive independent and comfortable working autonomously while still being part of a collaborative national team.

We welcome applications from candidates who are due to graduate later in 2026 or recently graduated (late 2025) as well as candidates with up to 3 years post-qualification experience (PQE).

In addition we welcome applicants who have:

• Strong academic results in their law degree
• Highly developed analytical and research skills
• Motivation commercial acumen and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A genuine interest in tax and revenue law with a view to developing expertise in this area

As part of the team youll also participate in our Tax Academy Program a structured development pathway designed to support your technical growth and career progression in tax law: is the role

As a Lawyer/Associate in our Tax & Revenue team youll receive comprehensive training and mentorship from highly experienced tax practitioners. As the first member of our Sydney tax team youll have the unique opportunity to help shape our presence in NSW working closely with colleagues in Adelaide and supporting a large and growing NSW client base.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting legal research and preparing technical analyses
• Drafting legal correspondence and advice
• Reviewing and summarising complex documentation
• Attending client meetings and video conferences
• Collaborating with colleagues on technical and commercial matters
• Participating in professional and networking events

What to expect

Joining Cowell Clarke means joining a supportive forward-thinking team that values learning collaboration and professional growth. Youll gain exposure to a diverse client base including self-managed superannuation fund trustees and high-net-worth individuals and assist in the development of sophisticated commercial and succession planning strategies.

How to apply

If youre ready to start your legal career with a leading commercial law firm please apply online with your CV covering letter and academic transcript.

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