Tax Associate Attorney

Tax Associate AttorneyDirect Counsel is seeking a Tax Associate to join a premier international law firm's highly regarded Tax Practice Group. This is an exceptional opportunity for a mid-level tax attorney to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactional matters alongside nationally recognized practitioners advising leading public and private companies, private equity sponsors, investment funds, and emerging growth businesses.The firm is known for its collaborative culture, cutting-edge transactional platform, and commitment to attorney development, offering associates meaningful responsibility on complex matters from the outset.ResponsibilitiesAdvise clients on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, restructurings, joint ventures, and strategic alliancesSupport sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactional mattersCounsel clients on matters involving: Private equity and hedge fundsReal estate and REIT taxationStructured finance and securitizationLending and project financeBankruptcy and workoutsCapital markets and structured note transactionsStart-up and early-stage company mattersDraft and review transactional documents and tax-related provisionsIndependently manage significant components of transactionsCollaborate closely with corporate, finance, restructuring, and capital markets teams across officesQualifications3–5 years of significant transactional tax experience at a leading law firmStrong background in federal transactional tax mattersExperience advising on mergers & acquisitions, private equity, and strategic transactionsAbility to independently manage workstreams and client mattersExcellent analytical, drafting, and communication skillsStrong academic credentialsAdmission to the New York or California Bar, or eligibility to waive inWhy Join This FirmWork on sophisticated, high-profile domestic and international transactionsCollaborative and entrepreneurial team environmentStrong mentorship and professional development programsTransparent career advancement framework and sponsorship opportunitiesMarket-leading platform with globally recognized practicesCompensation & BenefitsSalary Range: $260,000 – $365,000 annuallyCompensation may vary depending on experience, qualifications, office location, and other business-related factors. In addition to base salary, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:Discretionary bonusesMedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) and Roth 401(k) plansGenerous parental and family-building benefitsFlexible time offWellness and mental health programsProfessional development and bar membership supportRobust pro bono opportunities and charitable matching programs