Associate – Tax

DLA Piper Africa Kenya (IKM Advocates) seeks an Associate with 2–4 years of post-qualification tax experience to join their Tax practice in Nairobi, Kenya. This role focuses on advising clients on tax disputes, structuring transactions, regulatory liaison with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and supporting high-value matters across financial services, technology, and other industries. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, client-facing skills, and the ability to manage complex assignments independently. The firm offers exposure to a global network of over 4,000 lawyers and access to high-profile clients in Africa and beyond. Applications must be submitted by Friday, 18 September 2026.

What it offers

• Tax dispute resolution: Handle audits, objections, appeals before the Tax Appeals Tribunal and superior courts.
• Advisory & structuring: Provide legal opinions on mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, financing, and cross-border transactions.
• Regulatory liaison: Represent clients with KRA during audits, investigations, and disputes.
• Transaction support: Conduct tax due diligence and review agreements.
• Knowledge management: Monitor tax law changes, tribunal decisions, budgets, and global treaties to update clients and teams.
• Global network: Work with a 4,000-lawyer firm across Africa and internationally.
• Tier 1 Tax Practice: Join a growing, high-profile practice handling dynamic, high-value matters.

Who can apply

Applicants must be Advocates of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate, an LLB from a recognized university, and 2–4 years of tax experience in a top-tier law firm or Big 4 accounting firm. Professional qualifications like CPA or ACCA are an advantage.

How to apply

• Submit applications via the provided link by end of day Friday, 18 September 2026.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Good to know

• The role is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
• Experience in tax dispute resolution and cross-border transactions is highly valued.
• Collaboration across teams and strong client relations are essential.

Key requirement: Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate and 2–4 years tax experience in a top-tier firm or Big 4 accounting firm.