Tax Lawyer- France

We are looking for outliers, wired differently from the traditional law firm mindset!

Are you the type of person who thinks outside the box but feels confined in conventional law firms? Do you want to work in a fast-growing, disruptive, startup mindset environment? 

Then, continue reading. This is your opportunity.

At Lexidy, we work with passion and purpose! We help expats and entrepreneurs do business and make investments in Europe. We serve them by providing 360-degree assistance for the most important milestones in their lives.

We are a Legal Tech Boutique that’s wired differently to simplify our customers’ lives. We are sharp, digitally focused and dynamic.
 

🌍 Location: Paris Office- France
 

​​​The Team 

You will be part of the Tax Department, reporting to the Global Head of Tax and the Head of Immigration France and also giving support to other areas of Lexidy.  You are going to deal with all international tax- related cases. As a multifaceted team, our experts can respond to multiple different types of questions.


 🎯​​​ Mission
Support the legal team in optimizing immigration processes and enhancing client experiences through innovative technology and dedicated assistance. Foster collaboration and efficiency while actively contributing to a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement and client care.

​ ​​​Tasks​

• Assisting foreign clients with local Tax matters and general Tax legal advice 
• Support with proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
• Undertaking technical and practical legal research including identification, collation, and distribution of information.
• Obtaining accurate initial information from potential clients
• Assisting with a range of general office duties as needed

Individuals Tax (70%)

• Consultancy on tax initial approach and implications for new clients.
• Compliance with Tax Returns, and other personal taxes.
• Fill statutory income tax return documents.
• US and UK clients- Tax Treaties
• Tax optimization.
• Tax simulation studies.
• Manage and attend to the tax authorities’ requirements- french tax administration

Corporate Tax (30%)

• General advice on corporate tax, direct and indirect tax.
• Provide advice about implications when setting up a legal entity in France in terms of tax.

​​​​ What's in it for you?

• An open-minded and collaborative organizational culture of enthusiastic lawyers 
• Informal, entrepreneurial and flexible atmosphere in our offices
• Free coffee, drinks and healthy snacks
• A Career Development Plan: takes place every six months and is focused solely on you
• A network of coaches and mentors to boost your leadership skills and personal development
• Access to learning and development platforms
• Flexible working with remote options 
• Corporate Erasmus opportunities within our offices around Europe
• Accountability is one of our favourite words. We strive for autonomous and independent ways of working
• Growth opportunities, both locally and globally
• Diversity: no day is the same and there is never a dull moment

​​​​ You have:

• Educational background: Hold a Master II in Tax law and the CAPA or 'élève-avocat'. Graduated in Law and registered in the French Bar Association. 
• Knowledge of international taxation (and in particular personal taxation for the US and UK).
• At least 6 month experience with Tax Law in France as a trainee or lawyer
• Previous experience in a tax law firm (internship) would be appreciated.
• Fluent in English (C1/C2). You communicate clearly, write well and speak eloquently. 
• A client-centric approach. You are a true partner and someone that genuinely cares about the people you help. You go out of your way to give them what they need to serve the business
• Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with clients, winning work proactively, and contributing to winning new clients.
• Strong collaboration skills - can work well with diverse teams and build cross-functional relationships.
• Problem-solving mindset - ability to navigate obstacles and come up with effective solutions under pressure.

​​​​ And this would be awesome:

• A collaborative, flexible, and positive can-do attitude - always willing to learn and help steer the team to work well together. Let’s get the job done.
• Excited about and curiosity for digital tools, process automation, and innovation
• A natural tendency to share knowledge with your colleagues. You will communicate ideas clearly and make sure everyone understands
• You enjoy solving problems. You love taking on complex challenges and finding creative solutions
• You are motivated and driven. Voluntarily participate in new challenges without waiting to be asked

We look after our collaborators by creating a professional and personal development space. All collaborators are encouraged to be free thinkers and suggest solutions that could benefit the company. We believe that a warm and friendly work environment helps to promote a general sense of peace of mind, which is essential to our client's satisfaction. Lastly, at Lexidy, ties are banned, and it is mandatory to have fun!

At Lexidy inclusion and diversity are essential. We encourage people from all ethnic groups, genders, sexualities, ages, and abilities to apply. We want to hear from you!

Join an exciting challenge! Apply now  🚀

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