Associate (Law Division) at Public Service Division

, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Excellent Law Degree, Prosecution Assessment Skills, Prosecution Court Craft, Writing Skills, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Independent, Self-Motivated, Systemic Perspective, Public Service, Team Player

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

[What the role is] At IRAS, we partner you to deliver quality tax services and foster a competitive tax environment for our nation's social and economic growth. We offer you the space to apply legal knowledge in tax matters and to help develop tax law in Singapore. At IRAS Law Division, you are no longer thinking about just one client or just one case – you are responsible for the tax system in Singapore. Join the best legal tax team in Singapore and make a meaningful difference. [What you will be working on] We are looking for Associates to handle prosecution and corporate advisory matters. With good performance, you will have the opportunity for exposure to other types of legal functions such as tax legislation, tax advisory and tax litigation. As an Associate of the branch focusing on prosecution of tax offenders and rendering corporate advisory matters, you will be expected to handle one or more of these areas of work: Provide clear and effective directions on investigations and prosecutions and prosecute tax offences in the courts Provide clear and effective legal advice on corporate counsel issues that are necessary for IRAS’s functions You will report to the Chief Legal Officer and Director of the Prosecution, Corporate & Legislation Branch. [What we are looking for] - Excellent law degree and called to the Singapore Bar - Newly qualified or up to 2 years Post-Qualification Experience - Keen interest in acquiring prosecution assessment skills and prosecution court craft - Excellent writing and communication skills - Analytical, independent and self-motivated - Ability to consider issues from a systemic perspective - Desire to serve in public service and a team player http://jobs.careers.gov.sg The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore. Log on and take your first step towards a career that matters! Need help? Please click here for assistance. Our team will contact you shortly!

Responsibilities

As an Associate, you will handle prosecution and corporate advisory matters, providing legal advice and prosecuting tax offences in court. You will also be involved in investigations and provide directions on legal issues related to IRAS's functions.