Service care solutions are recruiting an experienced HMRC
Lawyer
to join the
HMRC Division
within the
Office of the Advocate General (OAG)
– a rare opportunity to work on complex and high-profile litigation on behalf of HMRC in Scottish courts and tribunals.
The Role
You'll be part of a 9-person legal team.
* Representation
in courts and tribunals across Scotland – including the First-tier Tribunal, Upper Tribunal, Sheriff Court, Court of Session, and Supreme Court.
* Advising
on Scots law matters such as judicial remedies, court procedure, insolvency, and commercial law.
* Handling litigation
relating to VAT, excise duties, and national minimum wage enforcement.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Proven
litigation experience
, preferably in civil or administrative law.
* Advocate or Solicitor admitted in Scotland and holding a valid practising certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland.
* Ability to deliver
robust legal analysis
from multiple data and legal sources.
* Strong
advocacy skills
or a desire to build them – particularly in Scottish courts or tribunals.
* Excellent communication skills
– both written and verbal.
* Strong ability to
manage a varied caseload
under pressure and to tight deadlines
What's on Offer:
* High-impact, high-profile litigation work with national significance.
* Supportive and collaborative team culture.
* Opportunity to work closely with standing junior and senior counsel.
Location:
Edinburgh (Hybrid/Flexible Working)
Hours:
5 days per week / 35 hours –
Flexible working arrangements available
Rate:
C1 –
£311.39 LTD / £264.36 PAYE (inc holiday) Annual Equivalent Salary: £59,348
Contract:
12 months with possible extension