Mid-Senior Transactional Tax Associate

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 310,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pro bono program

Mentor program

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Houston seeks a mid to senior level associate to join the Tax group. The role emphasizes a strong transactional background and high-quality work for sophisticated clients. The firm offers a hybrid schedule with in-office Monday–Thursday and remote periods.

Candidates should have solid law firm experience, top academic credentials, and a willingness to participate in an enhanced mentor program and pro bono initiatives as part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Strong transactional experience in a law firm setting.
• Passion for high-quality work product and client service.
• Solid law firm experience and top academic achievement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join the Tax group as a mid to senior associate (class of 2022-2018).
• Provide high-quality work product and service to clients.
• Participate in mentor program and firm-wide initiatives.

Skills

Transactional background

Job description

Overview

• Candidates should possess a strong transactional background.
• The firm operates a hybrid work model requiring attorneys to work in the office Monday through Thursday, with opportunities for remote work during specified periods throughout the year.

Posting details

The Houston office is seeking a mid to senior level associate (class of 2022-2018) to join the Tax group. The candidate should have a strong transactional background. Ideal candidate will have a passion for providing high-quality work product and service to our clients. Solid law firm experience and a high level of academic achievement preferred. The starting base salary for this Houston position is expected to be between $310,000-$435,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.

Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.

These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.

*Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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