Junior Tax Associate

A law firm seeks a motivated Junior Tax Associate to join its Corporate & Finance tax team in New York City, NY. This role involves advising on domestic and international corporate and partnership tax matters associated with mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, private equity transactions, and capital markets. The position offers mentorship from senior associates, counsel, and partners within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel on corporate and partnership tax issues for M&A, joint ventures, fund formations, and other transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, and capital markets transactions.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative tax solutions for clients.
• Engage in client communication to provide updates and strategic guidance.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in transactional tax law, preferably in a large law firm setting.
• Expertise in reviewing and negotiating tax-related provisions in transactional documents.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Membership in the NY Bar is required.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of corporate and partnership tax regulations.
• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction and team collaboration.

Benefits

• A collegial and supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities.
• Professional development resources to advance legal and tax expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits package and work-life balance initiatives.

This AmLaw 100 firm is consistently praised by its associates for offering high caliber, interesting work while still allowing for flexibility in work schedule and respect for its associates. The firm has been consistently on the cutting edge of legal developments, and is a leader in the data privacy and cyber security space. Its associates get top-of-the-market pay and complex work. The atmosphere is friendly and the firm values the career development of its associates, offering great training opportunities and mentorship.