Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree and Call to the Nigerian Bar (B.L.); additional qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (ICAN/ACCA) or Chartered Tax Practitioner (CITN) are highly desirable.
  
• Minimum of 10 years post-call experience, with at least 5 years in a tax and regulatory advisory role within a top-tier law firm or Big Four accounting firm.
  
• Strong understanding of Nigerian tax laws, company law, financial reporting standards, and international tax principles.
  
• Proven ability to manage client portfolios, handle complex tax issues, and lead multiple engagements.
  
• Strong communication, presentation, and business development acumen.
  

• Lead the development and growth of the firm’s Tax Practice, including strategy, client acquisition, and service delivery.
  
• Provide comprehensive legal and tax advisory services to corporations, financial institutions, and high-net-worth clients.
  
• Represent clients in tax audits, investigations, and disputes before the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and State tax authorities.
  
• Work closely with the firm’s Corporate, Finance, and Dispute Resolution teams to deliver integrated advisory solutions.
  
• Draft, review, and negotiate tax-related clauses and agreements in commercial transactions.