About:
Founded in 1985 by Mr V Lakshmikumaran and Mr V Sridharan with humble beginnings, the firm started with a Tax Practice but has gradually expanded to other areas.
Role:
The firm is hiring for the post of Associate – Customs Litigation.
Qualification:
- LLB from a known Law School with strong academic track record.
- Prior experience in Indirect Tax would be preferred i. e. Customs, Foreign Trade Policy, Special Economic Zone, etc.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal in English) and a well-rounded personality.
Experience:
0-2 years of experience
Job Profile:
- Preparing reply to Show cause notice
- Preparing tax appeals to be filed at the Commissioner (Appeals)
- Preparing tax appeals to be filed at the Court (i.e. Tribunal, High Court / Supreme Court)
- Briefing and assistance of seniors in appearances before different forums including tax officers, Tribunal, High Court/Supreme Court, etc.
- Stay updated on legal development and participate actively in firm’s initiatives for knowledge building and enhancement like case law digest, litigation meetings, article writing, etc.
- Client service delivery/execution
- Ability to pro-actively identify and discuss technical issues with clients while being mindful of firm risk issues
- Handle tax matters with regard to preparation of submissions, replies to notices, appeals etc., representation during appeals along with managers etc.
- Executes the work on a multiple client base. Assumes near independent responsibility for smaller clients
- Develops rapport with middle layers of client management
- Develops commercial acumen:
- Stays abreast of firm wide and competitor activities and general business trends
- Brings value to the client and manager by applying this knowledge in delivering solutions to clients
- Begins to identify new opportunities for existing clients and communicates to manager
- Networks internally within the peer group and other levels in the firm in order to gain understanding of issues that may impact issues with his clients.
How to Apply:
Interested students can apply here (click here).
