The Opportunity Primary Responsibilities Role-specific – the opportunity to both: advise on a broad range of transactions, including financings (public and private) and structured finance/securitisations and on M&A often in the context of cross border deals, corporate restructuring, energy taxation (including upstream work), equity capital markets, UK real estate, projects, funds and private equity; and work on tax disputes and investigations with the disputes specialists within the team, backed by the firm's leading disputes practice. Responsibilities will vary depending on level of qualification and experience to date; our culture is to reward ability and enthusiasm with responsibility early, and our associates are encouraged to adopt a client facing role. Support the firm and others - extend effective relationships across the global network; contribute to the development of team members; uphold the firm’s values; contribute to the firm’s initiatives; take steps to cultivate an excellent reputation and profile in the market and internally; attend marketing/industry events and draft or help prepare articles, precedents and know-how materials; lead the development and delivery of training and presentations. Qualifications, skills and experience We expect the successful candidate to have between 3-6 years' PQE but are happy to consider Associates with more or less experience who have the relevant skills for the role. We are looking for a strong technical tax lawyer, able to make the most of contentious and non-contentious opportunities that will exist. A willingness to tackle new areas and apply knowledge and experience across a varied diet of matters will be key for any successful candidate. Experience in securitisations (preferably of various asset types and acting for different counterparties, e.g. seller, lead arranger etc.) and other finance tax work is essential. Ability and drive to work on bespoke, big-ticket and complicated transactions and disputes. Competencies We would expect the successful candidate to have a minimum of one years' experience in private practice who meet the required competencies; Technical Legal ability - detailed grasp of complex legal concepts, strong drafting skills, ability to see issues from a commercial perspective and able to communicate complex legal advice to clients effectively Personal leadership Takes personal responsibility; is pro-active and takes pride in client service delivery and quality of work Teamwork Contributes to collaborative and high performing teams Works effectively with others to achieve success and prioritises the success of the team Enhances the client experience Delivers high quality work and excellent service; builds relationships with peers at clients and builds trust with senior client stakeholders Contributes to building the firm Finds ways to contribute to the broader success of the firm Team Corporate Working Pattern Full time Location London Contract type Permanent Contract Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding. At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, we align your growth and ambition with ours. We invest in your personal and professional growth and support you to achieve your ambitions. And you share responsibility for playing a part in delivering the firm’s growth and ambition too. A leading global law firm, with over 6,000 people, we are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. We’re recognised leaders in demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private transactions. We’re immersed in the many challenges facing our clients. We’re invested and resourceful. We understand the part technology and digitalisation play in the delivery of legal services. We want to make a positive impact wherever in the world we operate. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with this with an open mind and curiosity. We are known for our diverse perspectives and renowned for our culture. Being human, bold and outstanding are more than our values: you’ll discover they are our lived experience. And by being ambitious for your growth and ours, we’ll achieve our goals together. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer: Your growth. Our ambition.