Associate - Indirect Taxation (Purulia)

Position: Junior Associate
- Indirect Tax Litigation & Advisory Company: SM Legal Advocates & Solicitors Location: Kolkata Experience: Minimum 1 year post-qualification in tax domain Key Responsibilities 1. Legal Briefing & Communication o Independently brief senior advocates on case matters o Prepare comprehensive case summaries and updates o Maintain clear communication channels with the senior team 2. Legal Research o Conduct thorough legal research on indirect tax matters o Analyze relevant case laws, statutes, and regulations o Prepare research notes and legal precedent compilations 3. Court Appearances o Appear independently for case mentioning before courts o Handle procedural matters and urgent applications o Represent matters as directed by senior counsel 4. Legal Drafting o Draft legal opinions on indirect tax matters o Prepare writ petitions and appeals o Draft replies, rejoinders, and other legal documents o Ensure all drafts meet quality standards and legal requirements 5. Document Management o Get documents reviewed and settled by senior o Ensure timely preparation and submission of all legal documents o Maintain accuracy in all legal documentation 6. Hearing Support o Assist senior advocates during court hearings o Prepare hearing notes and case briefs o Coordinate with clients for hearing preparations 7. Case File Management o Maintain organized case files for all matters being handled o Ensure proper documentation and filing systems o Track case progress and important deadlines Essential Qualifications
- Law degree (LLB/BA LLB/BBA LLB) from a recognized institution
- Mandatory: Enrolled with the Bar Council
- West Bengal
- Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in tax domain
- Strong understanding of indirect tax laws (GST, Service Tax, Customs, Excise) Desired Skills
- Excellent legal research and analytical abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in legal drafting
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in legal databases and research tools
- Good command over English and local language What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on indirect tax matters
- Exposure to litigation cases
- Mentorship from senior advocates
- Professional growth in specialized tax practice
- Collaborative work workplace How to Apply Interested candidates meeting the above requirements may:
- Send CV and brief cover letter to:
- Or send a direct message on LinkedIn Please mention "Application for Junior Associate Position
- Indirect Tax" in the subject line. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4mvi3b