Expatriate Tax Lawyer – Freelancer

We are an international legal services firm specializing in immigration law in Spain and Portugal. In addition, we provide services in Global Mobility, Corporate & Real Estate, Tax, and Litigation.

We support individuals and companies relocating to Spain and Portugal, helping them navigate complex immigration and cross-border legal matters with clarity and confidence.

We are currently looking for an Expatriate Tax Lawyer based in Portugal to collaborate with us on a freelance basis. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in tax advisory for expatriates, particularly Anglo-Saxon clients, and a strong understanding of international tax structuring.

The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of

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The Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) Regime in Portugal

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Taxation of non-resident income

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International tax optimization strategies for high-net-worth individuals

Main Responsibilities

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Advise international (primarily English-speaking) clients on Portuguese tax strategies, with a focus on optimization and risk mitigation

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Manage applications and procedures under the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) Regime, ensuring full compliance

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Analyze tax implications related to foreign-sourced income, capital gains, and passive income

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Design tailored tax strategies aligned with each client’s global structure

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Act as the main point of contact for expatriate clients, coordinating with immigration and mobility teams when necessary

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Stay up to date with legislative developments at national and international levels affecting expatriate taxation

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, or Business Administration, with specialization in Taxation or International Taxation

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Strong practical expertise in the Portuguese NHR Regime

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Advanced English and Portuguese (C1 level or above), both written and spoken

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Excellent communication skills and a client-oriented approach

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Ability to manage client relationships independently

Spanish is a plus.

Valued Qualifications

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Experience in international environments or firms focused on global mobility

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Familiarity with tax management tools and related software

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Knowledge of additional international tax regimes

We Offer

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Fully remote collaboration

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Freelance contract

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Structured internal support (intake, operations, coordination)

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Opportunity to work with an international expatriate client base