Mid-Level Tax Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm with a strong presence in the Pacific Northwest is seeking a Mid-Level Tax Associate to join its Corporate practice group. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3–5 years of experience in federal tax law, including both transactional work and tax controversy. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in working on complex business transactions, particularly in the renewable energy space, and will contribute to a collaborative, high-performing legal team across multiple offices.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Duties:

• Advise clients on federal tax aspects of business transactions

• Assist with tax structuring of mergers and acquisitions, fund formations, and financing arrangements

• Provide legal counsel on renewable energy financing and tax credit transactions

• Handle tax controversy matters, including state and local tax issues

• Work collaboratively with partners and senior attorneys on complex projects

• Draft and review legal documents, including tax opinions, contracts, and transaction-related filings

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in federal tax law

• Exposure to both transactional tax matters and tax controversy work

• Familiarity with renewable energy financing transactions is highly preferred

• Background in corporate finance transactions such as M&A, equity/debt offerings, and fund formations

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a team-based environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active member in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar

• Eligibility for admission in the jurisdiction of the office location preferred

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Strong legal research and analytical capabilities

• Intellectual curiosity and desire for professional development

• Sound judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance

• High level of motivation and commitment to team success

• Effective time and workload management

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary bonus

• 1,850 billable hour expectation; bonus eligible at 1,900 hours (includes DE&I and pro bono credit)

• Unlimited PTO and flexible work schedule options

• Paid family and medical leave, with on/off-ramp programs for expecting parents

• Sabbatical program for eligible attorneys

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • Health savings account with firm contributions

  • Pre-tax transportation and parking plans

  • Employee assistance program

  • Optional voluntary benefits (e.g., long-term care insurance)

• Remote work flexibility (based on firm and office needs)

• Participation in ABA Well-Being Pledge initiatives

• Supportive firm culture with structured mentoring and development programs

This large, rapidly growing, full-service law firm is making big strides in the global realm of telecommunications, e-commerce and dot coms in addition to having a very notable practice in international commerce, corporate and contract litigation. It is located in the Pacific Northwest with branches sprouting all over the country. Associates are encouraged to pursue community involvement to enhance their well-rounded approach to law and life. Billable hours credit is given for Pro Bono work, and the firm's hours requirements are very reasonable. Strong mentoring and training programs are present.