Swiss Qualified Tax Lawyer - Geneva - 100% (m/f)
Key information
- Publication date:07 March 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Genève
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Swiss Tax Lawyer to join a leading family office. The role focuses on providing expert tax advice to high-net-worth individuals and their families, with a particular emphasis on tax and succession laws, and cross-border matters.
Prestigious global investment firm known for its expertise in hedge fund management and alternative investment strategies. The firm offers a dynamic and innovative environment, focusing on delivering exceptional results for its high-net-worth clients.
Description
- Advise CEOs and senior partners, particularly those in hedge fund businesses, on Swiss tax matters and succession planning.
- Work closely with Geneva tax authorities and manage complex tax issues for private clients.
- Liaise with international legal advisors and other stakeholders to ensure smooth management of cross-border family office matters.
- Provide tailored tax and succession advice, ensuring clients' needs are met effectively and efficiently.
- Assist in managing tax compliance, filing requirements, and strategic planning.
- Handle UK Tax matters and coordinate with UK-based advisors as needed.
- Support the formation of family offices, the creation and management of foundations, and offer governance advice.
Profile
- Must hold a Swiss Bar qualification.
- Approximately 8+ years of post-qualification experience in tax law.
- Experience in a top-tier law firm's tax department or within a private bank.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss tax law and succession laws, and experience dealing with Geneva tax authorities.
- Previous experience advising high-net-worth individuals and family offices.
- Exposure to international tax law, especially in cross-border matters, is highly valued.
- Proficiency in English, with knowledge of French or German being a plus.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary package, dependent on experience and expertise.
- The chance to join an exciting and growing role in a leading family office.
- High level of autonomy and the opportunity to work closely with senior executives.
- A collaborative and dynamic working environment in Geneva, with flexibility in working arrangements.