_{24th September, 2026}

Senior Associate – Transaction Tax
  
  
�� Sydney CBD
�� $130,000 – $165,000 package (incl. super) + up to 30% bonus
  
Looking to step into high-impact deal work and move beyond the traditional accounting or law firm model?
  
We’re partnering with a highly respected, fast-growing Tax boutique advisory firm specialising in private capital transactions across Australia and New Zealand. This team is known for doing things differently — combining deep technical tax expertise with genuine commercial thinking and deal execution.
  
You’ll work on some of the most exciting transactions in the Australian market, alongside some of the sharpest minds in M&A tax, in a team where everyone has a voice and real influence.
  
If you’re currently in Big 4, mid-tier, or a top-tier law firm and want more exposure to deals, clients, and strategy, this could be the perfect next step.
  
  
Why this role? 
  

• Work alongside highly experienced M&A tax specialists with deep Big 4 and top-tier law firm backgrounds.
• Fast-growing practice – Join a firm that’s rapidly expanding and recognised as a market leader in private capital advisory.
• Everyone has a seat at the table – Your ideas and perspective matter from day one.
• Award-winning team – Be part of a firm that’s gaining strong recognition across the market.
• Meritocratic progression – Your career growth is genuinely performance-driven, with strong mentorship from Directors and Managing Directors.
• True deal partners – The firm works closely with clients as strategic partners, not just advisors.
• Co-investment opportunities – Unique opportunity to invest alongside clients in transactions through internal co-investment funds.

  
The Role:
  
As a Senior Associate – Transaction Tax, you’ll play a key role advising private capital clients on complex deals and structuring.
  
Your work will include:

• Tax due diligence on buy-side and sell-side transactions
• Transaction structuring for private equity and venture capital deals
• Designing fund structures and management equity plans
• Working directly with senior dealmakers and clients
• Contributing ideas to improve and grow the business

  
This is a highly collaborative environment where you’ll gain exposure to both technical advisory and commercial deal dynamics.
  
  
Firm Culture:
  
This is a genuinely entrepreneurial environment.
  
Everyone in the team contributes to building the business — whether that’s working with clients, developing new ideas, or strengthening relationships across the market.
  
You’ll be encouraged to:
✔ Bring fresh thinking
✔ Share your views openly with senior leaders
✔ Get involved in shaping how the business evolves
✔ Work closely with a mentor who will support your development and progression
  
About You
We’re looking for someone who is technically strong but also commercially curious and motivated by deals.
  
Ideally you will have:

• 4–6+ years’ experience in international tax, corporate tax or M&A tax
• Experience in a Big 4, mid-tier accounting firm, or top-tier law firm
• Exposure to transaction work (buy-side or sell-side)
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax law and advisory frameworks
• An Accounting, Business or Law degree
• Excellent analytical, research and communication skills
• A proactive mindset and confidence contributing to discussions

  
What’s on Offer:
  

• Highly competitive salary + up to 30% performance bonus
• Clear and merit-based career progression
• Work on market-leading private capital transactions
• A genuinely collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Funded CA / Tax qualifications and ongoing learning support
• Hybrid working options
• Opportunity to co-invest alongside clients in deals

  
  
If you’re interested in stepping into a deal-focused tax advisory role with genuine upside and influence, I’d love to have a confidential conversation. Please reach out to me via LinkedIn or at Lauren@smarttaxsearch.com.au

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