Law Assistant - Tax

We are a Dutch Law Firm with a global approach. From our headquarters in Amsterdam, we deliver global coverage through our local offices, our network of Best Friends firms and our long-standing relationships with top-tier law firms abroad.  



With a profound engagement on the most crucial aspects of business, we are deeply rooted in the Dutch tradition of problem-solving and innovation.



We provide our clients with unrivalled expertise in complex – often multidisciplinary and international – corporate transactions, disputes and regulatory enforcement matters.

Would you like to gain hands-on experience in Dutch and international tax law? If you are available for approximately 15 hours a week alongside your studies, this law assistant position is what you are looking for!

Your role as a law assistant

As a law assistant you immerse yourself in a dynamic blend of know-how activities and hands-on support for our tax practice's daily operations. Your role in know-how will involve staying updated on the latest legal trends, contributing to newsletters, and delivering engaging presentations. You play an additional part in supporting our team by conducting comprehensive literature and case law research, creating presentations and memos, and conducting research for both internal and external publications. You can also fully participate in all of our educational and social programmes, whether practice-specific or firmwide.

Our practice

Our team of Tax experts excel in M&A transactions, litigation, intra-group reorganisations, finance transactions, and in assisting large multinational companies and banks with their complex tax matters. We provide tailored advice for our clients, across the full gambit of Dutch and international tax law. We frequently negotiate their tax matters with the Dutch Tax Authorities and defend their legal interests in court. We also advise on the tax aspects of innovative financial instruments, stock options and shares plans, and provide advice on the structuring and analysis of investment funds.

We are looking for someone who…

• is studying for a master's in tax law, with a strong academic record;
• has prior internship experience and is eager to excel in this role;
• is meticulous and well organised;
• has a proactive, flexible and independent attitude;
• fluent in Dutch and English
• can work for us at least 15 hours a week for six months. If this does not fit into your schedule, we are open to discuss alternative options

Application process

1. We are pleased to receive your application. Kindly submit your documents, including your cover letter, CV, transcript, and, if applicable, your thesis and/or internship evaluation.
2. If you receive an invitation, you will be interviewed by one of our recruiters and a lawyer from the relevant practice. As part of the selection process, we ask you to complete an online personality questionnaire before your interview.
3. When the outcome is positive, you will receive an offer. We look forward to welcoming you to De Brauw.

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