Job Description
Tax Lawyer role advising high net worth clients on structuring, international tax and succession within a leading multidisciplinary Melbourne team.
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High-end private client and international tax work
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Work alongside lawyers and accountants in a unique advisory model
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Melbourne-based, growing and highly regarded practice
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Our client is a highly regarded Melbourne-based advisory practice operating at the intersection of law, tax and accounting. With a strong reputation in the private client space, the business advises high net worth individuals, family groups and entrepreneurs on complex structuring, wealth and cross-border matters.
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Known for its collaborative and commercially focused approach, the team brings together legal and accounting expertise to deliver holistic, forward-thinking advice.
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The Chance
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An opportunity now exists for an experienced Tax Lawyer to join this highly regarded practice in a senior capacity, either as a Senior Associate, Special Counsel or Contractor.
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This role has been intentionally designed for lawyers seeking greater flexibility and autonomy, whether that be a parent returning to practice, a senior practitioner wanting a more balanced and sustainable role, or an experienced tax lawyer looking for contractor or remote-based work.
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Working closely with experienced senior practitioners and the broader advisory team, you will be involved in sophisticated tax and structuring matters while enjoying genuine flexibility and direct client engagement.
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This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-quality private client practice without sacrificing autonomy,



lifestyle or meaningful work.
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The Role
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This position will see you working across a broad range of complex domestic and international tax matters, including:
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Australian tax residency advice for individuals, companies and trusts
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International and cross-border tax structuring
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Overseas investments, private equity and foreign business operations
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Cross-border lending arrangements and foreign tax considerations
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Controlled foreign company provisions and international tax exemptions
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Foreign superannuation and retirement structures
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Asset protection and succession structuring for family groups
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Land tax and property ownership advisory matters
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You will work as part of a collaborative and technically strong team, advising on sophisticated matters that require both technical excellence and commercial judgement.
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The Person We Seek
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We're interested in hearing from experienced Tax Lawyers with a minimum of 7 years' post‐admission experience, ideally gained within a reputable law firm, advisory practice or accounting environment. Ideally, you will:
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Have strong technical taxation expertise and analytical capability
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Be confident managing matters independently while working collaboratively
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Be commercially minded and solutions‐focused
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Enjoy building trusted client relationships
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Value flexibility, autonomy and a positive team culture
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This opportunity would suit a senior lawyer seeking a more flexible and sustainable way of practicing, while continuing to work on high-quality and intellectually stimulating matters.
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📌 Tax Lawyer 7-10 Pqe (Victoria)
🏢 Burgess Paluch Legal Recruitment
📍 Victoria