Join Corrs Chambers Westgarth, Australia's leading independent law firm.
We’re looking for talented tax lawyers and professionals to join our leading Tax and Tax Controversy practice in both Melbourne and Sydney.
Our team advises on a broad range of high-profile and complex tax matters, acting for large multinationals and corporates in respect of their dealings with the ATO.
If you have at least 3 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) or 4.5 years’ professional services tax experience, with a focus on tax technical opinions, briefs to counsel and advising clients in respect of ATO Reviews, Audits, Objections and Litigation, this is an opportunity to work alongside some of the most respected professionals in the field.
As a member of our nationally recognised team, you will manage contentious tax matters from initial ATO engagement, reviews and audits through to litigation, advising a diverse range of clients including multinational corporations and large public groups. You will work closely with colleagues across our corporate, commercial, intellectual property, commercial litigation and regulatory practices to deliver integrated, strategic advice.
Your responsibilities will include advising clients on ATO reviews and audits, managing objections, alternative dispute resolution processes and settlement negotiations; conducting litigation before the Federal Court of Australia; providing strategic counsel on voluntary disclosures, penalty remission applications and taxpayer rights; and collaborating with our transactional corporate and state taxes teams to identify and mitigate tax controversy risk in commercial arrangements.
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What We Are Looking For
- The successful candidate will hold admission to practice in an Australian jurisdiction and possess a minimum of three years’ PQE in tax controversy and dispute resolution, whether gained in private practice, the Big 4 or the ATO. You will have a demonstrated track record of managing complex tax disputes, an understanding of Australian tax administration and procedural law, and the ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and persuasively to clients and counsel.
- Experience with transfer pricing disputes, large-market audits, or cross-border controversy matters will be highly regarded.
At Corrs, you’ll:
- Advise on complex and strategic tax issues for major corporates, private equity, and multinational taxpayers.
- Collaborate with leading lawyers across corporate, finance, property, IP and disputes / litigation groups.
- Develop your expertise in a supportive, high-performing team.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Highly motivated and commercially minded.
- Experienced in tax controversy.
- Confident working directly with clients on complex tax issues.
- Ready to take the next step in their career in a top-tier independent firm.
About us:
Corrs Chambers Westgarth is Australia’s leading independent law firm. We provide exceptional legal services across the full spectrum of matters, including major transactions, projects and significant disputes, offering strategic advice on our clients’ most challenging issues.
Corrs’ culture is characterised by our values of excellence, commitment, collaboration and respect. Our policies, practices and behaviours foster a supportive and inclusive workplace, and we are focused on creating opportunities for our people and supporting a diverse workforce.
- Flexible working as standard – we have established flexibility as standard business practice and an option for all our people.
- Bonus leave – we provide an additional week of leave each year (5 weeks annual leave in total)
- Parental leave – we offer 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave and pay superannuation on both paid and unpaid leave (up to 12 months)
- Wellbeing program – we support the wellbeing of our people across areas including resilience, mindfulness, personal development, physical health and self-care.
- Diversity and Inclusion – we set meaningful goals and take action to improve diversity and foster an inclusive culture in which all employees feel supported and valued.
- Responsible business approach – we have an active pro bono and community engagement program and we are a member of the United Nations Global Compact. We are also a member of AusLSA, which works to promote and increase sustainable practices across the legal sector.
- Learning and development opportunities – including our Australian-first international study scholarship, a national training program and mentoring initiative.
To apply contact Hannah Bennett on 03 9672 3156 for a confidential discussion.
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