Francis Wilks & Jones
Paralegal/Solicitor, Tax Disputes
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WHO WE ARE
We are a growing, progressive, and forward-thinking law firm where exceptional technical ability is a given, but this, combined with the personality and creativity of our people, is at the very heart of our successful business.
We are recognised experts in a number of areas of law, including legal services provided to SMEs, directors and shareholders, private clients, banks and financial institutions, and insolvency practitioners. These legal services are offered from our London office.
We are constantly looking to develop technologically and have a focus on quality legal services and will support individuals with innovative ideas.
Many of our solicitors previously worked at national and international law firms but have chosen to join us to work with our great team and longstanding clients. They enjoy working in a forward-looking firm where collaboration and ideas are encouraged.
Equally, we are a firm who invests in its people supporting and encouraging career development at all levels.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
We are looking at recruiting for a newly qualified or junior solicitor/experienced paralegal in our Tax Disputes team dealing with contentious tax dispute matters. The successful candidate will be someone looking for a career in tax disputes/controversy and have some experience. Our emphasis is more on finding the right people to be part of a growing team blending in with colleagues and clients, and who are able to both contribute to our success and to continue enhancing their own skills through learning.
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SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:
The successful candidate will ideally have some background or experience in insolvency related matters in the following areas:
- A general understanding of Tax Dispute work including a general knowledge of how HMRC operate, and some knowledge of the Tax Tribunal procedures.
- Some work experience in a Tax Disputes related business environment.
- Experience in undertaking legal research and drafting legal documents using appropriate precedents and templates.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD EXPECT TO:
- Provide support to the Tax Disputes team in carrying out legal work under supervision.
- Work efficiently and effectively in providing legal support in ongoing cases.
- Be adaptable and proactive in prioritising and managing workloads to ensure deadlines are met.
- Contribute towards marketing content for the firm’s website and other social media channels.
- Be keen to develop themselves in a unique environment.
- Be able to show good commercial judgment.
- Be able to work in a busy team and support other fee earners as required.
- Be client-focused with excellent communication skills.
Emphasis is placed on candidates who are energetic and enthusiastic, wanting to work in the Tax Disputes arena who are keen to learn and expand their knowledge of these areas.
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Why Join Us?
- Hybrid working model for better work-life balance.
- 25 Days paid holiday, plus extra days for long service, and free day given at Christmas.
- Private healthcare via Vitality – includes holiday discounts, gym discounts, and even free cinema vouchers and coffee!
- Complimentary in-house breakfast, healthy (and not so healthy) staff snack bar.
- Critical Illness and Income Protection Insurance.
- Life Assurance.
- Pension scheme.
- Online private GP services.
- Wellbeing support for you and your family, medical helpline, and legal support.
- Merit-based progression.
- Collaborative culture – ideas are welcomed, and innovation is encouraged.
- Regular training and updates on cutting-edge case law.
- Marketing and profile-building support via social media and thought leadership.
- Modern Tech tools, including AI, SEO, GEO, and digital marketing techniques to enhance your legal practice.
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