Special Counsel Tax Lawyer (8 PQE +)

City Of London, England, United Kingdom

7/1/2025

Special Counsel Tax Lawyer - Leading Global Law Firm, London

A leading global law firm is seeking a Special Counsel-level tax lawyer to join their London office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior UK-qualified tax specialist with deep experience in corporate tax, M&A tax, and transactional tax planning.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide expert tax advice on complex corporate, private equity, real estate, and financial services transactions
* Support multi-jurisdictional deals by collaborating with international tax teams
* Advise on tax structuring, planning, and compliance for sophisticated clients

Candidate Requirements:

* Qualified solicitor or tax professional with senior UK tax experience at Special Counsel level or equivalent
* Proven expertise in corporate tax and M&A tax, with strong cross-border experience
* Excellent client relationship management and communication skills
* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Benefits of Joining:

* Work on high-value and complex tax matters with a global client base
* Access to comprehensive training, mentoring, and international secondment programs
* Join a law firm that prioritises diversity, equity, and inclusion
* Competitive salary and benefits package based in London

This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your tax career with a globally recognised law firm.

Apply now to explore this role.

Desired Skills and Experience

Hiring: Special Counsel - Tax Lawyer | Leading Global Law Firm | London

Are you a senior tax lawyer with strong UK tax expertise looking for your next challenge? A leading international law firm is seeking a Special Counsel-level tax specialist to join their expanding London tax team.

What you'll do:

* Advise on complex tax issues across corporate transactions, M&A, private equity, real estate, and financial services
* Collaborate on high-profile, cross-border deals with global tax teams
* Provide strategic, commercially focused tax advice tailored to sophisticated clients
* Manage relationships with top-tier clients and contribute to business development

What we're looking for:

* Qualified solicitor or tax professional with senior UK tax experience (Special Counsel level or equivalent)
* Deep expertise in corporate tax, M&A tax, and transactional tax planning
* Experience with international and cross-border tax matters
* Strong communication, client management, and teamwork skills

Why join us?

* Work with a market-leading global law firm on cutting-edge tax matters
* Gain exposure to high-profile clients and landmark international transactions
* Benefit from structured professional development, mentoring, and global mobility opportunities
* Join a culture committed to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration

If you want to progress your tax career in a supportive yet dynamic global firm, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or connect for a confidential conversation.