Job Description

Our ClientA leading US law firm, is seeking an ambitious mid-level Associate to join the Private Funds arm of their thriving, top-level UK Corporate Tax practice in London.Position OverviewAs a Corporate Tax Associate, you will play a crucial role in advising a stellar client list of leading investment managers, major private-equity players, and both institutional and private equity investors on the tax aspects concerning the formation, structuring, and investing activities of major domestic and international private funds. Your expertise will contribute to the firm's success in delivering market-leading advice and best-in-class tax structuring solutions on complex, high-value international deals.ResponsibilitiesAdvise on the tax aspects of private funds, including private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate, and credit fundsProvide guidance on carried interest and co-investment structuring, management buy-outs, and spin-outsAssist major fund managers and large cornerstone investors with GP-stake transactions, GP-led secondaries, and fund restructuringsCollaborate with top-ranked European, US, and international practices on complex, big-ticket deal mandatesDeliver market-leading expertise and best-in-class tax structuring and planning adviceRequirements2-5 PQE UK Qualified lawyer with relevant experience in corporate tax law, particularly in the context of private fundsStrong technical skills and a keen understanding of tax aspects related to fund formation, structuring, and investing activitiesExcellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with clients and colleagues across jurisdictionsAbility to manage complex, high-value international deals and deliver exceptional client serviceEntrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to teamwork, creativity, and impeccable client focusFor more information about this position, please get in touch with Matthew Makrinos.
Email: matthew@rutherfordsearch.com
Phone: 020 3137 3740
Job ID: AP0016With over a decade of experience in the legal space, Rutherford specialises in presenting outstanding lawyers with the most exciting opportunities across highly ranked law firms and in-house in London.We combine a transparent and consultative approach with leading market knowledge to build a thorough understanding of your search requirements.Many of our clients work exclusively with Rutherford, giving the lawyers we represent discreet access to roles and connections they wouldn't find elsewhere. Our advertised vacancies represent a snapshot of available roles at any given time; for a comprehensive picture please get in contact with us.We welcome conversations with lawyers who are merely looking for market insights or who have already explored roles elsewhere to confirm no opportunities in the market have been overlooked.

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