Tax Lawyer

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in taxation, corporate law, and regulatory compliance, with a keen understanding of BIR rules and rulings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on tax matters affecting the company, including income tax, VAT, withholding tax, and local business taxes
• Interpret and ensure compliance with the National Internal Revenue Code, BIR regulations, and other applicable tax laws
• Represent the company before the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Court of Tax Appeals, and other regulatory agencies when needed
• Advise on the tax implications of business transactions, mergers & acquisitions, investments, and restructuring initiatives
• Lead or support internal audits and tax assessments; handle documentation and responses for BIR audits and LOAs
• Draft and review legal documents such as position papers, tax rulings, protest letters, and contracts with tax implications
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the business; recommend appropriate actions
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and other business units to ensure proper tax compliance and reporting
• Provide training or updates to internal teams on relevant tax matters

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws / Juris Doctor degree
• Member in good standing of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax law, either in a law firm, government agency (e.g., BIR), or in-house corporate legal team
• Strong knowledge of Philippine tax laws, BIR processes, and jurisprudence
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience handling tax audits, rulings, or litigation is a strong advantage
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment