Job Description
Job DescriptionTax Associate Attorney – New York
Direct Counsel is seeking a Tax Associate Attorney to join a top-ranked Am Law firm in New York. This role offers the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized tax team advising clients across a wide range of domestic and cross-border transactions.
About the Role
The firm’s tax group provides sophisticated counsel on international, federal, state, and local tax matters, with a strong focus on transactional tax work. You’ll collaborate with clients that include investment funds and their portfolio companies, renewable energy developers, and major corporations engaged in complex M&A and fund formation activities.
Key Responsibilities
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Advise clients on M&A, financing transactions, and portfolio investments.
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Design and implement tax-efficient structures for joint ventures and corporate transactions.
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Provide federal and state tax planning guidance.
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Stay current on evolving tax laws by contributing to thought leadership initiatives such as articles and client alerts.
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Work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment, with approximately 60% in-office participation expected.
Qualifications
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JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.
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Admission (or eligibility for admission) to the New York Bar.
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Minimum of 3 years of transactional tax experience, focusing on corporate and partnership taxation within a law firm.
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Experience in accounting or renewable energy sectors is a plus.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
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Team-oriented mindset with a high level of professionalism.
Compensation & Benefits
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Base salary range: $260,000 – $310,000
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Annual bonus eligibility.
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Comprehensive benefits package offered.
If you’re a motivated tax attorney seeking to join a premier firm with a collaborative culture and sophisticated client base, we’d love to connect.
Apply through Direct Counsel to learn more and be considered for this opportunity.