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:

• The Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) Regime in Portugal

  Taxation of non-resident income

  International tax optimization strategies for high-net-worth individuals

Main Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

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

Requirements

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

  Strong practical expertise in the Portuguese NHR Regime

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

  Excellent communication skills and a client-oriented approach

  Ability to manage client relationships independently

Spanish is a plus.

Valued Qualifications

• Experience in international environments or firms focused on global mobility

  Familiarity with tax management tools and related software

  Knowledge of additional international tax regimes

We Offer

• Fully remote collaboration

  Freelance contract

  Structured internal support (intake, operations, coordination)

  Opportunity to work with an international expatriate client base