U.S. Tax Associate (2nd – 5th Year) - London

We are seeking a U.S.-qualified Tax Associate (2nd–5th year) to join a London-based U.S. Private Client and Tax team. The role involves advising a broad mix of international high net worth individuals, families, family offices, their closely held businesses and investment structures on U.S. and international tax, trust and estate planning.

The work is diverse and will cover international trust and estate planning, expatriation planning, pre-immigration planning, cross-border philanthropy, and passive and active investment structuring for both U.S. clients and non-U.S. clients wishing to invest in the U.S.

The firm offers hybrid working (a minimum of 2–3 days per week on average in the office) and a flexible benefits package. It is an equal opportunities employer committed to integrity, quality and collaboration.

• Admitted to practice law in the U.S.
• 2nd–5th year Associate level, preferably with a Juris Doctor.
• LLM in taxation, law school concentration in tax and estate planning, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong experience researching and analysing Internal Revenue Code and Regulations provisions, preparing technical advice memoranda, drafting wills and trusts, and communicating directly with clients.
• Prior work experience outside the U.S., particularly London, is preferred.
• Desire to combine drafting work with tax planning across estate/gift, personal tax, corporate and partnership tax scenarios.