Mid-Level To Senior-Level Transactional Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City is seeking a skilled Transactional Tax Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in domestic taxation law, with expertise in partnership tax, tax credits, and transactional tax matters. This role involves negotiating and drafting tax provisions for various transaction documents and providing counsel on complex tax issues related to project development and financing.

Job Duties:

• Negotiate and draft tax-related provisions for various transaction documents, including partnership agreements, purchase and sale agreements, credit agreements, and related documentation.
• Review and draft tax-related provisions of construction documents, offtake agreements (e.g., power purchase agreements), and other project documents.
• Draft memoranda and opinions on the qualification of projects for tax credits, structuring of investments, and related tax matters.
• Coordinate internal and external resources across different competence areas necessary for project development, financing, and other transactions.
• Take on significant responsibility, including preparing tax analyses, drafting memos and opinions, reviewing and marking contracts, and negotiating with opposing counsel.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in domestic taxation law, with a background in partnership tax or tax credits.
• Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity; creative thinker.
• Commercial and business awareness.
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Excellent drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with renewable energy tax credits, project finance, and partnership/M&A transactions preferred.
• Admitted to the Bar and in good standing.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in New York or eligibility for admission via waiver or reciprocity.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to grasp complex tax intricacies.
• Ability to handle complex contractual work and develop innovative solutions.
• Proactive and resourceful; takes initiative.
• Client service focus with a strong professional presence.
• Team player with strong judgment and a drive for professional growth.
• Fluency in English is required.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Performance bonuses are also available for exempt roles based on individual and firm performance.

A highly respected New York firm that has grown into an international juggernaut, this AmLaw firm boasts 44 offices spread across 30 countries. The firm is renowned for its strengths in the areas of global M&A, finance, antitrust, arbitration, financial restructuring, cross-border transactions, and insolvency. But despite the firm?s top-drawer status, there?s little stodginess here ? the firm was ranked first in diversity by American Lawyer in 2017 and 2018 and, by Law360, as the top law firm for people of color. While the firm?s attorneys are expected to work hard, it is sure to be top quality, complex work that will help you take your career to the next level.