Fresher Jobs | Lawyer for Indirect Tax Advisory Team at Economic Laws Practice

About the Economic Laws Practice

Economic Laws Practice (ELP) is a leading full-service Indian law firm established in the year 2001 by eminent lawyers from diverse fields. ELP brings to the table a rare combination of professionals including lawyers, chartered accountants, cost accountants, economists and company secretaries enabling them to offer services with a seamless cross-practice experience and top-of-the-line expertise to their clients.

About the opportunity

We are currently seeking a lawyer/CA (0 to 2 years of work experience) for our Indirect Tax Advisory Team, Bangalore.

Role and Responsibilities

– Good analytical skills with ability to research on Indirect Tax / GST databases
– Knowledge of case laws with relevant legal framework, good understanding of regulatory updates and a basic understanding of its impact on the assigned clients
– Good command over English and have drafting skills (most critical)
– Ability to create and disseminate updates on latest trends to the team
– Ability to do quick research to develop theoretical understanding of the laws and acts

Required Skill

– The incumbent will handle engagements related to Indirect Tax Laws: including Tax Restructuring, Tax Advisory and consulting, appeals pertaining to Service Tax, VAT, Excise, Foreign Trade Policy, Octroi (State specific) laws, Customs Law and GST Legislation
– Assignments will also include litigation related services: drafting replies, appeals, briefing counsels and senior counsels

Behavioral Competency

– Learning agility: Demonstrates willingness to acquire knowledge of latest trends in the legal industry
– Client centricity: Gives priority to meeting clients expectations, by balancing quality and timeliness
– Team work and collaboration: Displays ownership and accountability for team goals by performing assigned tasks as per stated standards
– Process orientation: Follows applicable work processes/ procedures to deliver outcomes
– Personal effectiveness: Plans own work, identifies resources and timelines effectively
– Drafting and presentation skills: Creates client presentations using a variety of communication delivery methods (e.g., written, electronic, oral, interpersonal).