Associate Trade and Customs JD SummerFall 2027

KPMG LLP; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

KPMG LLP is seeking an Associate to join our Trade and Customs practice in the United States. The role targets early career professionals during Summer/Fall 2027 and requires relevant degree completion or near-term graduation by Nov 2026.

You will advise clients on import/export matters, analyze trade issues, research, and draft international trade guidance while supporting multiple engagements and embracing innovative technologies such as AI, Alteryx, and Power BI to deliver valueful insights.

Qualifikationen

• Pursuing or recently completed JD in International Law or equivalent program within the last 12 months.
• Preferred GPA 3.0 or above.
• Coursework in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data analytics preferred.
• Strong technical, business acumen, and leadership abilities to operate in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Aufgaben

• Advise clients on import and export matters in a variety of industries
• Examine U.S. and international import and export trade matters
• Research, write and review international trade advice
• Formulate ideas and deliver trade savings opportunities
• Assist in the delivery of multiple client engagements on time and within budget; maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations and enhance client satisfaction
• Support clients with the implementation of global trade automated solutions
• Build capabilities in AI, Alteryx, Power BI for tax service delivery

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Ausbildung

JD in International Law

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Career Level Requirement

Early Career

If you are currently pursuing college coursework or have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in the past 12 months. If it has been more than 12 months since you have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program you should explore experienced career opportunities at KPMG Careers: Experienced Professionals.

Start Season & Year: Summer/Fall 2027

Earliest Graduation Date: Nov 2026

Latest Graduation Date: Sep 2027

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the top tax firms in the world. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG’s extensive network of specialists and enjoy access to our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training and informal mentoring. At KPMG, we put our culture and values front and center.

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate to join our Trade and Customs practice.

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on import and export matters in a variety of industries
• Examine U.S. and international import and export trade matters
• Research, write and review international trade advice
• Formulate ideas and deliver possible trade savings opportunities
• Assist in the delivery of multiple client engagements on time and within budget; maintain active communication with clients in an effort to manage expectations and to help enhance client satisfaction
• Support clients with the implementation of global trade automated solutions
• Build capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI, and more

Qualifications:

• Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months: JD in International Law, or equivalent program from an accredited college or university
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred
• Strong in technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills. Demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Demonstrated quality service mindset, strong technical aptitude, ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI, MS Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook and apply emerging technologies to enhance tax processes and insights
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills, feedback oriented, and resourceful in delivering high quality work
• Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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