Global Tax Planning & Transactions Associate (Mid–Senior)

Baker McKenzie; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker McKenzie’s Tax Practice seeks a mid to senior‑level Tax Associate for its Tax Planning and Transactions group. You would advise companies on complex cross‑border transactions and draft memoranda and opinions on the most current US tax issues. The successful candidate will have 3–7 years of relevant experience in international and corporate tax issues.

Top academic credentials are a prerequisite; an LL.M. in Taxation will be favorably considered.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant experience in international and corporate tax issues
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with colleagues in different practice groups and countries
• Top academic credentials are a prerequisite; an LL.M. in Taxation will be favored

Responsibilities

• Advise companies on complex cross‑border transactions
• Draft memoranda and opinions on current US tax issues
• Adapt to evolving areas of tax law in a dynamic environment

Skills

Project management

Cross-border tax knowledge

Communication skills

Education

J.D. or equivalent

LL.M. in Taxation (favored)

Job description

Baker McKenzie’s Tax Practice seeks a mid to senior‑level Tax Associate for its Tax Planning and Transactions group. You would advise companies on complex cross‑border transactions and draft memoranda and opinions on the most current US tax issues. The successful candidate will have 3–7 years of relevant experience in international and corporate tax issues.

Top academic credentials are a prerequisite; an LL.M. in Taxation will be favorably considered.