St.Gallen
3 days ago
Clerk Legal Department Tax Offenses (m/f/d)
- 20 March 2026
- 100%
- St.Gallen
Job summary
Join the fifth-largest canton in Switzerland with 6000 staff. Make an impact on society's well-being.
Tasks
- Investigate unassessed taxes and manage tax offense procedures.
- Conduct negotiations with taxpayers or their representatives.
- Work independently in a collaborative environment.
Skills
- Have a solid commercial education and relevant experience.
- Strong negotiation skills and responsibility in decision-making.
- Enjoy personal contact and work independently.
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About the job
As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the
cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,
our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful
work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.
The Cantonal Tax Office is responsible for enforcing the provisions of federal, cantonal, and municipal taxes.
The Legal Department drafts decrees and instructions, answers internal and external inquiries, accompanies legal remedy procedures, and conducts tax offense, audit, and tax exemption procedures.
We are looking for you as of June 1, 2026, or by arrangement as
Clerk Legal Department Tax Offenses (m/f/d)
Workload: 50-60%
Workplace: St. Gallen
What to expect
- You identify taxes that have not been or insufficiently assessed
- You independently handle tax offense procedures in cases of attempted and completed
tax evasion – from initiation to written penalty order
- You conduct written and oral negotiations with taxable persons or their representatives
What distinguishes you
- You have a solid commercial education, supplemented by function-specific further training
- You have practical experience, ideally in the tax or criminal law area
- You work precisely and independently, are responsible and confident in negotiations
- You enjoy personal contact with people and like making decisions
What we offer
- A varied, responsible activity in a motivated and collegial team
- Various opportunities for professional and personal development
- Modern work models with flexible working hours and home office option
- A modern workplace in the heart of St. Gallen
- An open "du" culture where your opinion counts and trust is lived
Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.
