Corporate Tax Associate

Corporate Tax Associate - Leading International Practice - Birmingham/hybrid working Are you a corporate tax lawyer ready to step up into a national, deal-driven practice where your technical skills are valued, your development is supported, and your career path is clear? This award-winning law firm-ranked as one of the UK's Best Places to Work-is looking for a bright, commercially minded tax associate to join its growing Birmingham-based team. You'll advise top-tier clients on headline-grabbing transactions, with genuine scope to progress to Legal Director and beyond. The Opportunity Working as part of a 90+ strong national Corporate, Finance & Tax Group, you'll advise on the tax aspects of complex, high-value transactions for major corporates, private equity houses, funds, and financial institutions. Clients include Blackstone, ASDA, Meta, BioNTech, and Rothesay Life-so the work is fast-paced, cutting-edge, and commercially significant. You'll be involved in: · National and international M&A, disposals, and corporate restructurings · Strategic tax planning and deal structuring · Group reorganisations and balance sheet engineering · Private funds and joint ventures · Employee share schemes and management incentives · Public market transactions including IPOs and secondary fundraisings · This is a technically stimulating role where you'll collaborate with colleagues across the firm and contribute to shaping tax strategy on key deals. What You'll Bring · 2+ years' PQE in corporate tax (in private practice or in-house) · A strong technical grounding in transactional tax · Commercial insight and client-facing experience · Experience in private equity or fund structuring (a plus, not essential) · A collaborative mindset, and interest in mentoring and sharing knowledge · Enthusiasm for contributing to team initiatives, training, and business development What's In It for You? · A clear, supported pathway to Legal Director and Partnership · The chance to work on market-shaping deals with prestigious clients · A culture that prioritises collaboration, flexibility, and growth · National and cross-border exposure, with high levels of autonomy · Benefits include: · Hybrid working (2-3 days in office) · 25+ days annual leave + option to buy extra · Private medical insurance (with family cover options) · Excellent pension and life assurance · 3-month sabbatical every 5 years · On-site restaurant and modern Birmingham office space · Funded CTA or relevant tax qualifications · Health, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes This is a thriving, nationally respected tax team that's expanding due to consistent growth and a strong deal pipeline. The team is investing in the future-with a genuine commitment to your development, visibility, and career progression. If you're looking for complex work, high-level client interaction, and a platform to grow, this role is the next logical step in your career. For a confidential conversation or to apply, get in touch with Donna Jones at BCL Legal today.