Junior Tax Law Associate

Junior Tax Law Associate — John Wilson Partners

John Wilson Partners is recruiting a Junior Attorney-at-Law for its Tax Law practice at its Colombo 3 offices. Sri Lanka's tax landscape has been transformed by the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017, and the firm advises corporates, high-net-worth individuals, and foreign investors on all aspects of direct and indirect taxation.

This is an ideal position for a recently admitted Attorney-at-Law seeking to build a specialist tax career in Colombo's Fort financial district. You will work on tax structuring, transfer pricing, VAT compliance, and dispute resolution before the Tax Appeals Commission and the Court of Appeal, under the mentorship of the firm's senior tax partners.

• Research and advise on tax compliance under the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017
• Assist with tax structuring for corporate transactions and foreign investments
• Prepare submissions to the Inland Revenue Department and Tax Appeals Commission
• Draft tax opinions and advisory memoranda on direct and indirect taxation
• Support transfer pricing documentation and compliance
• Monitor legislative developments and tax policy changes

• Attorney-at-Law admitted by BASL with 0–2 years' post-admission experience
• Strong academic record in taxation and revenue law
• Knowledge of the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017 and VAT Act
• Understanding of transfer pricing regulations and OECD guidelines
• Interest in international tax planning and double taxation agreements
• LL.B. from a recognised university; tax law diploma or LLM an advantage
• Attention to detail and strong numerical aptitude