[What the role is]
At IRAS, we partner you to deliver quality tax services and foster a competitive tax environment for our nation's social and economic growth. We offer you the space to apply legal knowledge in tax matters and to help develop tax law in Singapore.
At IRAS Law Division, you are no longer thinking about just one client or just one case – you are responsible for the tax system in Singapore. Join the best legal tax team in Singapore and make a meaningful difference.
[What you will be working on]
As a Senior Associate, you will be expected to handle one or more of these areas of work:
- Provide clear and effective legal advice on income tax, stamp duties, GST, other taxes and corporate counsel issues that are necessary for IRAS’s functions
- Represent IRAS in tax appeals before the tax tribunals and the courts
- Provide clear and effective directions on investigations and prosecutions and prosecute tax offences in the courts
- Draft clear and effective legislative drafts to reflect policy intent.
You will report to the Chief Legal Officer and Director of the Branch you are posted to.
Advisory & Litigation Branches 1 and 2 focus on rendering tax advice to IRAS divisions and representing IRAS in tax appeals.
The Prosecution, Corporate & Legislation Branch focuses on prosecuting tax offences in the courts, corporate counsel work and drafting of tax legislation.
[What we are looking for]
- Excellent law degree and called to the Singapore Bar
- At least 3 years Post-Qualification Experience
- Experience in litigation is necessary
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Analytical, independent and self-motivated
- Ability to consider issues from a systemic perspective
- Desire to serve in public service
