Director, Global Tax Strategy & Governance

DLA Piper; Short Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 245,087 - 345,926; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper seeks a Director of Tax to lead the firm's domestic and global tax strategy, governance, compliance, planning, and risk management, coordinating with international counterparts for a unified approach.

The role acts as a senior advisor to firm leadership on tax matters, including regulatory developments, partner-related tax considerations, and opportunities across jurisdictions, with oversight of tax controls and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years progressive tax experience, ideally in professional services or law firm.
• CPA, JD, or equivalent tax credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of domestic and global tax strategy, governance, and controls.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise leadership on tax impacts and planning opportunities.
• Provide strategic tax guidance related to partner compensation, capital, and reporting.
• Oversee tax compliance activities, audits, and interactions with tax authorities.
• Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Payroll, Legal, HR, Operations, and international teams.

Skills

Domestic tax compliance

Global tax planning

Tax governance

Executive communication

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory updates

Tax audits

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, Business

Master’s Degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance

Job description

DLA Piper seeks a Director of Tax to lead the firm's domestic and global tax strategy, governance, compliance, planning, and risk management, coordinating with international counterparts for a unified approach.

The role acts as a senior advisor to firm leadership on tax matters, including regulatory developments, partner-related tax considerations, and opportunities across jurisdictions, with oversight of tax controls and audits.