Senior Tax Lawyer - Practice Lead at Alan & Grant

Job Overview

• Our client is seeking a highly skilled Tax Lawyer to spearhead our new Tax Practice and help build a robust service line focused on tax advisory, compliance, audit representation, and regulatory matters.
• The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in corporate taxation, transaction structuring, transfer pricing, and regulatory compliance, with experience equivalent to at least Assistant Manager level in any of the Big Four accounting firms. CT, government and public sector matters, immigration, employment, and dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and growth of the firm’s Tax Practice, including strategy, client acquisition, and service delivery.
• Provide comprehensive legal and tax advisory services to corporations, financial institutions, and high-net-worth clients.
• Represent clients in tax audits, investigations, and disputes before the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and State tax authorities.
• Work closely with the firm’s Corporate, Finance, and Dispute Resolution teams to deliver integrated advisory solutions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate tax-related clauses and agreements in commercial transactions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree and Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L.); additional qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (ICAN/ACCA) or Chartered Tax Practitioner (CITN) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years post-call experience, with at least 5 years in a tax and regulatory advisory role within a top-tier law firm or Big Four accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian tax laws, company law, financial reporting standards, and international tax principles.
• Proven ability to manage client portfolios, handle complex tax issues, and lead multiple engagements.
• Strong communication, presentation, and business development acumen.