Associate — Tax & Customs Law
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· Posted 4 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Amman, Jordan 
Compensation:
JD900 - JD1,600/year
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Tax Law
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Jun 18, 2026
Job Description
About the Role
Khalifeh & Partners is hiring an Associate for the Tax and Customs Law practice in Amman. You will advise corporate and individual clients on Jordanian tax obligations, customs duties, and tax planning strategies.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on income tax obligations under the Income Tax Law No. 34 of 2014 and the General Sales Tax Law
- Represent clients in tax disputes before the Income Tax Court and the Tax Objections Committee
- Prepare tax opinions and structuring advice for foreign investment projects and free zone operations
- Advise on customs duties, tariff classifications, and trade facilitation under the Jordanian Customs Law
- Assist with tax compliance, reporting, and audit defence before the Income and Sales Tax Department
- Research international tax treaties and double taxation agreements to which Jordan is a party
Requirements
- LLB from a recognised university; LLM in Tax Law or specialisation in fiscal law preferred
- Jordan Bar Association membership with 2-4 years post-qualification experience
- Strong knowledge of the Income Tax Law, General Sales Tax Law, and Customs Law
- Experience in tax litigation before the Income Tax Court is preferred
- Analytical skills with ability to interpret complex tax legislation
- Fluency in Arabic and English with strong legal drafting abilities
Explore tax law positions at legal jobs in Jordan.
Responsibilities
About the Role
Khalifeh & Partners is hiring an Associate for the Tax and Customs Law practice in Amman. You will advise corporate and individual clients on Jordanian tax obligations, customs duties, and tax planning strategies.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on income tax obligations under the Income Tax Law No. 34 of 2014 and the General Sales Tax Law
- Represent clients in tax disputes before the Income Tax Court and the Tax Objections Committee
- Prepare tax opinions and structuring advice for foreign investment projects and free zone operations
- Advise on customs duties, tariff classifications, and trade facilitation under the Jordanian Customs Law
- Assist with tax compliance, reporting, and audit defence before the Income and Sales Tax Department
- Research international tax treaties and double taxation agreements to which Jordan is a party
Requirements
- LLB from a recognised university; LLM in Tax Law or specialisation in fiscal law preferred
- Jordan Bar Association membership with 2-4 years post-qualification experience
- Strong knowledge of the Income Tax Law, General Sales Tax Law, and Customs Law
- Experience in tax litigation before the Income Tax Court is preferred
- Analytical skills with ability to interpret complex tax legislation
- Fluency in Arabic and English with strong legal drafting abilities
Explore tax law positions at legal jobs in Jordan.
Requirements
Legal education and relevant experience required
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
JD900 - JD1,600/year
Practice Area
Tax Law
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Khalifeh & Partners Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
