Global Tax Services Associate Attorney

Global Tax Services Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Global Tax Services Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm in Charlotte, North Carolina.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with 4–6 years of transactional tax experience to join a nationally recognized tax practice advising clients on sophisticated domestic and cross-border business transactions, private equity investments, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic corporate matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the federal income tax aspects of complex business transactions.
• Structure and negotiate tax-efficient solutions for private equity transactions, mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures.
• Provide tax advice in connection with public and private corporate transactions.
• Assist clients with fund formations, investment structures, and other transactional tax matters.
• Collaborate with corporate, finance, and private equity attorneys to deliver comprehensive legal and tax solutions for clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Active Bar membership in good standing.
• 4–6 years of transactional tax experience at a law firm.
• Experience advising on private equity transactions, public and private mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures.
• Experience with fund formations, investment funds, or related transactions is a plus.
• Strong analytical, drafting, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off and firm holidays.
• Professional development, mentorship, and partnership-track career opportunities.

Why Apply?

This position offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized tax attorneys on sophisticated private equity, M&A, and other high-value transactional matters. Associates receive meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and exceptional opportunities for long-term professional growth within one of the country's premier tax practices.