Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
Milano
Job Role
Private Client and Tax
About us
A law firm focused on people and collaboration. For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world's most remarkable people and organisations at defining moments in their lives. We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world's problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, looking after their family, involved in a complex dispute or protecting their finances for the future. To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. We are agile, focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. It is a truly flexible working culture that puts people first. Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Italian lawyer (avvocato) or CPA (commercialista) to join our Private Client and Tax department in Milan. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a strong academic background and early post-qualification experience to develop their career in a dynamic, international environment.
As a member of the team, you will work closely with partners and colleagues, contributing to a diverse range of matters including tax planning, wealth management, and private client advisory.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting legal and tax research to support client matters and internal projects
- Drafting and reviewing legal and tax memorandum, opinions, and other technical documents
- Managing and analysing documentation with attention to detail and accuracy
- Assisting with pitches, tenders, and business development initiatives
- Supporting the team in the organisation of client events and networking activities
- Preparing initial drafts of engagement letters and managing client onboarding, ensuring full compliance with AML and KYC requirements
- Coordinating communications, including client correspondence, meetings, and internal support across teams and international offices
- Assisting finance processes: handling accounting queries and preparing monthly billing through Elite (our internal time and billing system)
- Providing general administrative and project management support to ensure smooth workflow within the department
Please note: this list is illustrative rather than exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this position.
Required skills and experience
- Excellent academics
- Italian degree in Law or Economics
- Qualified avvocato or commercialista
- Ideally 2-4 years’ post-qualification experience in tax law (we will consider prior experience in private client and wealth management)
- Fluent Italian and English (English proficiency equal to a C1 level is a must)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clearly and concisely
- Analytical mindset with proven research skills and problem-solving ability
- Strong team player, eager to collaborate both locally and internationally
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks under time pressure
- Strong IT skills (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)
Personal profile
We are looking for a candidate who is:
- Enthusiastic and proactive, with a genuine interest in tax and private client work
- Flexible and adaptable, comfortable in a fast-paced international environment
- Client-focused, with excellent interpersonal skills and professional presence
- Motivated to learn and develop while contributing to the firm’s continued success
For further information, please contact the recruitment team.
Information for Recruitment Agencies
We endeavour to recruit and fill vacancies directly. However, when we do need to engage with agencies, we operate a preferred supplier list ('PSL') and will not be accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies for this role.
Equal Opportunities Employment Statement
It is our policy to provide equal opportunities for all employees/prospective employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion. Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.
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