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Job description

This Team Specifically deals with- These vacancies are for G7 Litigators in HMRC Legal Group in the Tax Litigation Function within the Litigation Directorate. Specifically, the vacancies are in the First-tier Tribunal Litigation and Strategic & Counter Avoidance Litigation teams. Successful candidates may be offered a position in either of these teams. The successful applicants will work with team colleagues to deliver an effective and professional litigation service that supports and continuously improves the work of compliance, whilst safeguarding the rights of taxpayers and the reputation of HMRC. This will include representing HMRC at the First-tier Tax Tribunal (FTT), liaising with Decision Makers, Review Officers and Policy specialists whilst also championing HMRC’s commitment to customer focus, continuous professional development, equality & diversity and health & safety. See what it’s like to work at HMRC: find out more about us or ask our colleagues a question. Questions relating to an individual application must be emailed as detailed later in this advert. G7 Litigators will be expected to develop a high level of knowledge, skills and understanding and work as part of a fast-paced Litigation team but may also be asked to support colleagues in other parts of HMRC Legal Group and the wider HMRC. Advocacy is an important part of being a litigator and successful candidates will be expected to advocate in the Tribunal. G7 Litigators are also expected to lead on projects, including group litigation and wider pieces of work which support HMRC Legal Group and the wider HMRC. Specific duties include: Working a wide range of standard and complex / challenging tax appeals that require an in-depth analysis of the issues and the ability to be able to research and interpret the relevant legislation underpinning the decision. An ability to understand and interpret large amounts of information, drawing conclusions on litigation strategy and legal risk. Making detailed written submissions to the Tribunal outlining HMRC’s case. Presenting hearings at the FTT (in person or via video) and/or supporting colleagues who are presenting at the FTT. Undertaking application hearings before the FTT. Working to and complying with Tribunal Directions. Ensuring the Decision Maker is kept up to date at all times, especially if they are to be called as a witness. Checking the Decision Maker’s witness statements. Identifying and collating bundles of evidence for hearings and managing bundle preparation. Attending case conferences, face to face and by telephone. Liaison with and coordination of paralegal support. Robust organisation and management of litigation caseload including file management, management information systems and processes. You will be a strong leader with the ability to work independently and at pace to lead wider projects in a well-structured and organised manner, impacting across HMRC Legal Group and wider HMRC.

Responsibilities

• Communication - Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role requires Litigators to advocate complex litigation appeals before the First-tier Tribunal (Tax Chamber).
• Influencing Stakeholders - Adept in communicating with and influencing internal stakeholders confidently, with proactivity. Litigators are often required to confidently convey complex principles, fact patterns, points of law and Tribunal procedure.
• Working under Pressure - Litigators are often required to balance competing workloads and pressures, including Tribunal deadlines. The panel are looking for evidence of notable workload management and prioritisation of tasks.
• A strong leader with ability to lead on projects and wider work across HMRC Legal Group. Litigators may be required to undertake 'wider roles' in HMRC Legal Group, including leading Knowledge Management subjects and partaking in corporate activities.
• Adept in analysing large amounts of complex information (which may include case papers, legislation, and case law) and identifying points of relevance. Litigators are required to hold cases throughout the litigation process.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• For this post you must be a confident and skilled tax professional or litigator including:
• 1. A relevant tax or legal qualification (defined below)
• AND 2. Suitable experience in handling challenging and complex litigation or tax issues that demonstrates capability for this role.
• Qualifications: A legal qualification and be already qualified as a solicitor, barrister, chartered legal executive, or have completed LPC, SQE 1 and 2 or BPTC/BVC (or equivalent in Scotland or Northern Ireland) or
• A tax qualification (CTA/AIIT etc.) or internal HMRC tax qualification (Direct or Indirect Tax) at level of TSP or predecessor qualification.