HMRC Lawyer

Service care solutions are working with the Office of the Advocate General. Are you an experienced litigation lawyer seeking a unique opportunity to work within the UK Government's Scottish legal team? We are currently recruiting a highly skilled HMRC Lawyer. This is a fantastic chance to develop your advocacy skills, work on high-profile cases, and contribute to important public service work.

Job Overview: HMRC Lawyer

As an HMRC Lawyer, you will be part of the Office of the Advocate General (OAG), responsible for representing HMRC in courts, tribunals, and appeals across Scotland. The role offers flexible working hours (5 days per week – 35 hours), with a focus on handling diverse cases in tribunals, Sheriff Court, Court of Session, and the Supreme Court. The successful candidate will be involved in litigation related to taxation, insolvency, and enforcement, also collaborating with other authorities like COPFS and the Civil Recovery Unit. This position provides an excellent platform for those wishing to enhance their litigation and advocacy experience within a dynamic government environment.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Represent HMRC in courts and tribunals across Scotland, including the Court of Session, Sheriff Court, and First Tier Tribunal.
• Provide high-quality legal advice on complex litigation cases including tax disputes and insolvency.
• Conduct advocacy in hearings, gaining or developing in-person litigation experience.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external authorities on litigation strategy, particularly in fraud investigations and enforcement actions such as Account Freezing Orders.
• Manage your own workload efficiently, working under tight deadlines, and delivering timely legal advice.

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive litigation experience at the Court of Session, Sheriff Court, and Tribunal levels.
• Proven track record in civil litigation, particularly in tax or public sector cases.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience representing government or public bodies is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of administrative law and the devolution settlement is advantageous.
• Ability to work flexibly across teams and handle a demanding workload.

Benefits

• Competitive day rate of £334.77
• Annual salary equivalent of £63,758
• Flexibility to work across various high-profile cases
• Hybrid working - 2/3 days at home 

How to Apply

To become part of this dynamic team as an HMRC Lawyer, Please contact:  beth.simpson@servicecare.org.uk or call on: 01312642230.
We also welcome referrals for this position if they are new to SCS, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250. We look forward to hearing from you!