Associate Tax Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) match

Continuing education budget

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Diego, CA seeks an Associate Tax Attorney to work directly with clients from day one, handling IRS and California audits, and tax planning in a hybrid work environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with business owners and high-net-worth individuals, requires a JD and strong communication, and offers growth through continuing education and mentorship.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of legal practice experience.
• California bar admission is a plus; support for reciprocity available.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to instill client confidence.
• Proven track record of high performance in academic and professional settings.
• Self-motivated with the ability to handle ambiguity and drive progress.
• Interest in continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients regularly and manage client-facing responsibilities.
• Participate in IRS and California audits, including income, employment, and sales tax matters.
• Handle collections work, including installment agreements and Offers in Compromise.
• Assist in tax court proceedings and transactional work.
• Contribute to tax optimization and planning for business owners and high-net-worth individuals.

Skills

Strong communication

Client management

Multitasking

Adaptability

Interdisciplinary approach

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Tax Attorney in San Diego, CA. This role involves direct client interaction from the outset, with opportunities to engage in IRS and California audits, appeals, and tax planning. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility in work location.

Duties

• Engage with clients regularly and manage client-facing responsibilities.
• Participate in IRS and California audits, including income, employment, and sales tax matters.
• Handle collections work, including installment agreements and Offers in Compromise.
• Assist in tax court proceedings and transactional work.
• Contribute to tax optimization and planning for business owners and high-net-worth individuals.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of legal practice experience.
• California bar admission is a plus; support for reciprocity available.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to instill client confidence.
• Proven track record of high performance in academic and professional settings.
• Self-motivated with the ability to handle ambiguity and drive progress.
• Interest in continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
• Interest in multidisciplinary approaches to legal practice.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match.
• Continuing education budget and mentorship opportunities.