TRANSACTIONAL TAX ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (JUNIOR TO MID-LEVEL)

Location: New York, NY

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Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 global law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Transactional Tax Practice Group in New York. This is an outstanding opportunity to advise on sophisticated tax planning matters across M&A, financing, partnerships, and cross-border transactions within a nationally-recognized practice.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
  • Candidates who are eligible to promptly gain admission to the NY Bar Association will also be considered
• 1–5 years of substantive experience in transactional tax planning and related advisory work
• Experience with U.S. tax aspects of inbound and outbound transactions, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), financing transactions, subchapter C entities, partnerships, or joint ventures preferred
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
• Ability to work independently, think creatively, and manage complex matters
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and interact directly with clients

Key Responsibilities

• Provide transactional tax advice in connection with M&A, financings, joint ventures, and other complex business transactions
• Support structuring and implementation of cross-border tax planning strategies
• Advise clients on new tax legislation, regulations, and emerging tax issues
• Conduct legal research and prepare client-ready memoranda and analyses
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to provide integrated tax solutions
• Engage with clients to identify and address strategic tax considerations

Why Join Us?

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a leading national tax practice that handles a wide range of innovative and complex transactions. Associates gain hands-on experience in sophisticated matters, including cross-border deals, partnership structuring, and financing transactions. The firm fosters a collaborative and mentorship-driven environment that prioritizes professional growth and client service. You will work closely with skilled tax attorneys, gaining exposure to landmark transactions while contributing meaningfully to strategic client advice.

With the resources of a global platform, a flexible hybrid work policy, and a supportive team, this is the ideal role for an attorney who wants to deepen their expertise and take their transactional tax practice to the next level.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $225,000 – $365,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses and profit-sharing
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; FSA/HSA plans; 401(k) retirement plan; PTO; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; and professional development resources
• Additional Perks: Pet insurance, health advocates, flex-time and compressed work schedules, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility treatments benefits, and full-time and back-up child care

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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