White & Case LLP
Job Description - Associate: Tax (Investment Funds) - EMEA (L) Associate: Tax (Investment Funds) - EMEA Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Our Practice Area The Global Tax Group supports clients by bringing insight to the business and legal intricacies of the full spectrum of international tax matters. The Group is widely recognized for its forward-thinking approach, having handled numerous precedent-setting global firsts. Associates in our London tax team cover a range of varied and fast-paced mandates, handling a wide range of cross-border transactional and advisory matters for private equity houses, financial institutions, multinational companies and sovereign wealth funds. From the moment you join, you will be given significant responsibility, and will work closely with partners and clients alike. Position Summary We are looking for a Tax associate with an interest or focus on investment funds to join our London office. Accordingly, we are looking for an associate who has strong experience in the taxation of private investment funds. Whilst there is a preference for a bias towards limited partner work, we would be interested in candidates with a majority of general partner experience. Further, we would also be interested in candidates who wish to retain a wider exposure to non-funds work (for example, private equity or M&A transactional work). Excited by the challenge of developing and implementing complex tax structures, you should combine an eye for detail with the creativity and confidence to devise innovative solutions. Given the rapid pace of our practice, you will need to be highly organized-comfortable meeting tight deadlines, managing multiple workstreams, and producing flawless tax analyses in a timely fashion. Both oral and written communication skills will be major assets-enabling you to convey complex information to colleagues and clients in a way that is clear and succinct. A team player with a global mindset, you should be excited by the opportunity to work alongside lawyers across the firm's international offices and practices. Self-motivated, you will need to display a willingness to take ownership of projects, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset that allows you to anticipate clients' needs and independently develop tax-efficient solutions that fit their businesses. Duties and Accountabilities 1 Working with the Global Investment Funds team on a range of private investment funds mandates Drafting of basic agreements (according to model documents), powers of attorney, draft resolutions of General Meetings, waivers of appeal, various statements Communication with clients (via telephone, E-mail) Assisting clients with corporate establishment, registration, transformation, governance and liquidation Conducting research and analysis Drafting legal memoranda on broad range of topics arising under commercial law and corporate and labor law precedents Providing direct assistance to senior lawyers on matters arising in the course of day-to-day provision of legal services to leading international and domestic corporate clients Joining educational seminar and practice groups Drafting of all types of corporate documents required for organization of all types of companies or for adoption of changes to companies (e.g. change of business name, registered office, statutory body, etc.) and subsequent registration thereof in Commercial Register (i.e. powers of attorney, statements, decisions, simple draft agreements), drafting of motions for entry of changes in entries of companies in Commercial Register, completion of schedules to such motions Qualifications Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker Commercial and business awareness Ability to see the big picture Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projects Excellent drafting skills Driven by professional growth Strong professional presence Client service focus Team player Strong judgment Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative Long-term interest in business law Fluency in English International experience a plus Good understanding of the key risks and issues involved in cross-border transactions Experience on advising on numerous commercial contracts, in particular credit agreements, bond documents (e.g. offering memoranda, purchase agreements, indentures, trust deeds etc.), corporate approvals, share purchase agreements, offering circulars etc. Location & Reporting This is a London based role with potential for international travel This role reports to the London Tax Partners. Equal Opportunities White & Case is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or accommodation to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email the recruiting contact listed for the relevant position. We will be happy to work with you. Note to recruitment agencies: Our internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment processes. All agencies must sign White & Case terms of business, which are office specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White & Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the London Recruitment team. When engaging with agencies, we are supported by our preferred suppliers. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. 1The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Primary Location Primary Location : United Kingdom-London Expected Workplace : Hybrid Job Posting Job Posting : Mar 1, 2024, 12:12:09 PM Refer a friend for this job Refer a friend for this job Tell us about a friend who might be interested in this job. All privacy rights will be protected. Refer a friend Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Job Description - Associate: Tax (Investment Funds) - EMEA (L) Associate: Tax (Investment Funds) - EMEA Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Our Practice Area The Global Tax Group supports clients by bringing insight to the business and legal intricacies of the full spectrum of international tax matters. The Group is widely recognized for its forward-thinking approach, having handled numerous precedent-setting global firsts. Associates in our London tax team cover a range of varied and fast-paced mandates, handling a wide range of cross-border transactional and advisory matters for private equity houses, financial institutions, multinational companies and sovereign wealth funds. From the moment you join, you will be given significant responsibility, and will work closely with partners and clients alike. Position Summary We are looking for a Tax associate with an interest or focus on investment funds to join our London office. Accordingly, we are looking for an associate who has strong experience in the taxation of private investment funds. Whilst there is a preference for a bias towards limited partner work, we would be interested in candidates with a majority of general partner experience. Further, we would also be interested in candidates who wish to retain a wider exposure to non-funds work (for example, private equity or M&A transactional work). Excited by the challenge of developing and implementing complex tax structures, you should combine an eye for detail with the creativity and confidence to devise innovative solutions. Given the rapid pace of our practice, you will need to be highly organized-comfortable meeting tight deadlines, managing multiple workstreams, and producing flawless tax analyses in a timely fashion. Both oral and written communication skills will be major assets-enabling you to convey complex information to colleagues and clients in a way that is clear and succinct. A team player with a global mindset, you should be excited by the opportunity to work alongside lawyers across the firm's international offices and practices. Self-motivated, you will need to display a willingness to take ownership of projects, and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset that allows you to anticipate clients' needs and independently develop tax-efficient solutions that fit their businesses. Duties and Accountabilities 1 Working with the Global Investment Funds team on a range of private investment funds mandates Drafting of basic agreements (according to model documents), powers of attorney, draft resolutions of General Meetings, waivers of appeal, various statements Communication with clients (via telephone, E-mail) Assisting clients with corporate establishment, registration, transformation, governance and liquidation Conducting research and analysis Drafting legal memoranda on broad range of topics arising under commercial law and corporate and labor law precedents Providing direct assistance to senior lawyers on matters arising in the course of day-to-day provision of legal services to leading international and domestic corporate clients Joining educational seminar and practice groups Drafting of all types of corporate documents required for organization of all types of companies or for adoption of changes to companies (e.g. change of business name, registered office, statutory body, etc.) and subsequent registration thereof in Commercial Register (i.e. powers of attorney, statements, decisions, simple draft agreements), drafting of motions for entry of changes in entries of companies in Commercial Register, completion of schedules to such motions Qualifications Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker Commercial and business awareness Ability to see the big picture Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projects Excellent drafting skills Driven by professional growth Strong professional presence Client service focus Team player Strong judgment Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative Long-term interest in business law Fluency in English International experience a plus Good understanding of the key risks and issues involved in cross-border transactions Experience on advising on numerous commercial contracts, in particular credit agreements, bond documents (e.g. offering memoranda, purchase agreements, indentures, trust deeds etc.), corporate approvals, share purchase agreements, offering circulars etc. Location & Reporting This is a London based role with potential for international travel This role reports to the London Tax Partners. Equal Opportunities White & Case is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or accommodation to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email the recruiting contact listed for the relevant position. We will be happy to work with you. Note to recruitment agencies: Our internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment processes. All agencies must sign White & Case terms of business, which are office specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White & Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the London Recruitment team. When engaging with agencies, we are supported by our preferred suppliers. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. 1The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Primary Location Primary Location : United Kingdom-London Expected Workplace : Hybrid Job Posting Job Posting : Mar 1, 2024, 12:12:09 PM Refer a friend for this job Refer a friend for this job Tell us about a friend who might be interested in this job. All privacy rights will be protected. Refer a friend Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Teneo
The Role Join the UK's market leading Restructuring Tax team and make a real difference on a range of high profile and dynamic transactions. Our Financial Advisory Tax team specialises in providing tax advice on the restructuring of financially distressed businesses. They have built a fantastic track record in recent years, leading on some of Europe's largest and most complex restructuring processes. These include debt restructuring transactions, debt-for-equity swaps, business reconstructions via Restructuring Plans, Schemes of Arrangement and CVAs, and insolvency appointments. The variety of work really stands out, as does the friendly and supportive nature of the team. The team has a great mix of UK and international transactions work and is looking to recruit a corporation tax specialist at Consultant level to build on the existing business capability and target a number of exciting developments in the restructuring market. As a Consultant this role will combine both advisory and compliance aspects of our work as we find this is the best way to quickly help new team members experience the breadth of work we are involved in. There is the opportunity to choose to specialise as you advance within the team. This is a unique opportunity to get involved. The role is technically interesting and personally rewarding. Key Responsibilities Your key areas of focus will include: Working directly with our financial advisory colleagues and external stakeholders including lenders, borrowers and legal advisors to understand the often complex commercial and legal requirements of each restructuring transaction; Developing a strategy for achieving the commercial aims in a tax efficient manner and preparing reports setting out the steps necessary to meet the aims of the transaction; Wherever Teneo take an insolvency appointment, essentially acting as the in-house tax team for that business and providing advice to insolvency practitioners on the direct tax consequences of their intended actions including asset and business sales. Sometimes this will involve working with an incumbent finance function and other times not. Advising on the submission of appropriate tax returns or other documentation to tax authorities and liaising with them, as required; Supporting the business development activities of the team (you will have a broad scope to build relationships both internally and with key clients); and Contributing to the technical and personal development training of the broader team. Key Skills & Experience To qualify for the role you must have: ACA/CTA or equivalent qualification or experience; Strong UK tax technical skills; Strong communication, team playing and project management skills; and The ability to perform strongly under pressure. Prior experience of transactions or insolvency processes is preferred but not essential. What can we offer you? New joiners are supported by a week-long induction programme, and continuous improvement is achieved through a structured and tailored programme that suits your career development. As well as this we offer a whole host of benefits and reward including. Competitive Salary 25 days holiday Discretionary Bonus Scheme Pension Scheme Extensive investment in personal development & learning Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (depending on length of service) and shared parental leave Private medical insurance Group Income protection Life assurance Cycle to work schemes Regular social, cultural and charitable activities About Teneo Teneo advises business leaders, enabling them to achieve goals faster and at lower cost by earning trust, navigating disruption and removing barriers. We are built to help businesses succeed in a world no longer defined by boundaries and disciplines. Working exclusively with the CEOs and senior executives of the world's leading companies, Teneo provides strategic counsel across their full range of key objectives and issues. Our clients include a significant number of the FTSE 100 and Fortune 100, as well as other global public and private corporations. We're an ambitious, global consultancy which allows candidates unmatched opportunities to develop and work with inspiring, motivated people. Our teams bring together the disciplines of strategic communications, investor relations, restructuring, management consulting, physical & cyber risk, financial advisory, corporate governance advisory, ESG, DE&I, political & policy risk, and talent advisory, to solve for the most complex business challenges and opportunities. We aim to make companies and institutions stronger and more valuable. We are capable of advising at the most senior levels across the world's leading businesses and organisations and we're proud to work with some of the strongest brands in the world. Across the globe, Teneo employs more than 1,200 people, offering global reach from a light infrastructure, built out of regional hubs. Our culture is critical to our success. We have a flat management structure with an open and supportive office atmosphere. To support progression and learning, we foster a supportive environment with a focus on mental health and wellbeing as well as adopting an inclusive environment that allows all employees to flourish. We recognise that diversity is essential for our business and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. At Teneo, we have fully embraced hybrid working and redefined the way we work such that it facilitates collaboration, optimises productivity and promotes the health and wellbeing of our people. We are also happy to discuss other forms of flexible working so please let us know if this is something you would like to discuss.
The Role Join the UK's market leading Restructuring Tax team and make a real difference on a range of high profile and dynamic transactions. Our Financial Advisory Tax team specialises in providing tax advice on the restructuring of financially distressed businesses. They have built a fantastic track record in recent years, leading on some of Europe's largest and most complex restructuring processes. These include debt restructuring transactions, debt-for-equity swaps, business reconstructions via Restructuring Plans, Schemes of Arrangement and CVAs, and insolvency appointments. The variety of work really stands out, as does the friendly and supportive nature of the team. The team has a great mix of UK and international transactions work and is looking to recruit a corporation tax specialist at Consultant level to build on the existing business capability and target a number of exciting developments in the restructuring market. As a Consultant this role will combine both advisory and compliance aspects of our work as we find this is the best way to quickly help new team members experience the breadth of work we are involved in. There is the opportunity to choose to specialise as you advance within the team. This is a unique opportunity to get involved. The role is technically interesting and personally rewarding. Key Responsibilities Your key areas of focus will include: Working directly with our financial advisory colleagues and external stakeholders including lenders, borrowers and legal advisors to understand the often complex commercial and legal requirements of each restructuring transaction; Developing a strategy for achieving the commercial aims in a tax efficient manner and preparing reports setting out the steps necessary to meet the aims of the transaction; Wherever Teneo take an insolvency appointment, essentially acting as the in-house tax team for that business and providing advice to insolvency practitioners on the direct tax consequences of their intended actions including asset and business sales. Sometimes this will involve working with an incumbent finance function and other times not. Advising on the submission of appropriate tax returns or other documentation to tax authorities and liaising with them, as required; Supporting the business development activities of the team (you will have a broad scope to build relationships both internally and with key clients); and Contributing to the technical and personal development training of the broader team. Key Skills & Experience To qualify for the role you must have: ACA/CTA or equivalent qualification or experience; Strong UK tax technical skills; Strong communication, team playing and project management skills; and The ability to perform strongly under pressure. Prior experience of transactions or insolvency processes is preferred but not essential. What can we offer you? New joiners are supported by a week-long induction programme, and continuous improvement is achieved through a structured and tailored programme that suits your career development. As well as this we offer a whole host of benefits and reward including. Competitive Salary 25 days holiday Discretionary Bonus Scheme Pension Scheme Extensive investment in personal development & learning Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (depending on length of service) and shared parental leave Private medical insurance Group Income protection Life assurance Cycle to work schemes Regular social, cultural and charitable activities About Teneo Teneo advises business leaders, enabling them to achieve goals faster and at lower cost by earning trust, navigating disruption and removing barriers. We are built to help businesses succeed in a world no longer defined by boundaries and disciplines. Working exclusively with the CEOs and senior executives of the world's leading companies, Teneo provides strategic counsel across their full range of key objectives and issues. Our clients include a significant number of the FTSE 100 and Fortune 100, as well as other global public and private corporations. We're an ambitious, global consultancy which allows candidates unmatched opportunities to develop and work with inspiring, motivated people. Our teams bring together the disciplines of strategic communications, investor relations, restructuring, management consulting, physical & cyber risk, financial advisory, corporate governance advisory, ESG, DE&I, political & policy risk, and talent advisory, to solve for the most complex business challenges and opportunities. We aim to make companies and institutions stronger and more valuable. We are capable of advising at the most senior levels across the world's leading businesses and organisations and we're proud to work with some of the strongest brands in the world. Across the globe, Teneo employs more than 1,200 people, offering global reach from a light infrastructure, built out of regional hubs. Our culture is critical to our success. We have a flat management structure with an open and supportive office atmosphere. To support progression and learning, we foster a supportive environment with a focus on mental health and wellbeing as well as adopting an inclusive environment that allows all employees to flourish. We recognise that diversity is essential for our business and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. At Teneo, we have fully embraced hybrid working and redefined the way we work such that it facilitates collaboration, optimises productivity and promotes the health and wellbeing of our people. We are also happy to discuss other forms of flexible working so please let us know if this is something you would like to discuss.