The Lawyer Tax Analyst is a critical member of the Tax Department, providing specialized legal expertise and guidance on Mexican tax matters, including local and federal direct and indirect taxes. This role requires a deep understanding of Mexican tax law, strong analytical and legal research capabilities, and the ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations to diverse business transactions. The position collaborates with Legal, Tax, and Finance to ensure compliance with tax laws and to mitigate legal risk.
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Responsibilities
- Tax Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on Mexican tax matters to support business decisions and compliance.
- Tax Compliance and Reporting (Legal Oversight): Oversee tax compliance processes and reporting to ensure adherence to applicable Mexican tax laws and regulations.
- Tax Planning and Structuring (Legal Guidance): Provide legal guidance for tax planning and structuring initiatives to minimize tax burden within the law.
- Actively participate in tax planning and structuring initiatives, providing critical legal guidance to minimize the organization\'s overall tax burden while adhering to the letter and spirit of the law.
- Tax Controversy and Litigation as well Tax Process for Claims and Requirments: Provide expert legal support in tax controversy matters, including administrative appeals, dispute resolution proceedings, and judicial litigation.
- Draft compelling legal arguments, prepare persuasive legal briefs, conduct thorough legal research, and represent the organization\'s interests in tax-related disputes before administrative bodies and judicial tribunals.
- Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Develop and implement robust tax compliance programs, policies, and procedures to ensure ongoing adherence to Mexican tax laws and regulations, minimizing penalties and reputational risk.
- Conduct regular legal risk assessments to identify potential tax-related exposures and develop proactive mitigation strategies to safeguard assets and interests.
- Other:
- Maintain meticulous and well-organized legal and tax records, ensuring compliance with all applicable record-keeping requirements.
- Undertake other legal and tax-related projects and responsibilities as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the Legal/Tax Department.
- Remain current on developments in Mexican tax law, regulatory guidance, and judicial precedents, informing the organization of potential impacts and opportunities.
- Foster strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, including accounting, finance, and operations, to promote a culture of tax compliance and ethical business conduct.
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor in Law from an accredited Mexican law school
- Bar Admission: Active membership in the Mexican Bar Association (Barra Mexicana, Colegio de Abogados) or equivalent professional legal organization is required.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven experience practicing tax law in Mexico, with substantial focus on both direct and indirect taxation
Requisition ID: 43426