Mid to Senior-Level Tax Planning and Transactions Associate

Baker McKenzie; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker McKenzie in Washington, DC seeks a tax attorney to advise companies on complex cross-border transactions and to draft memoranda and opinions on US tax issues. The role requires collaboration with colleagues across practice groups and countries and a strong academic record.

The candidate should have top academic credentials, and an LL.M. in Taxation will be favorably considered to support the firm's global tax practice.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Advise companies on and implement complex cross-border transactions.
• Draft memoranda and opinions on current, complex US tax issues.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups and countries.

Skills

Cross-border transactions

Tax planning

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

Overview

• The firm's Tax Practice is recognized by Chambers Global (Band 1) and clients for its advice, expertly covering tax planning, transactions, dispute resolution, tax policy, transfer pricing, indirect taxes, and wealth management.
• The role involves advising companies on and implementing complex cross-border transactions.
• Responsibilities include drafting memoranda and opinions on current, complex US tax issues, requiring experience with international and corporate tax issues.
• Candidates must manage projects and collaborate with colleagues across different practice groups and countries.
• The role requires an ability to learn and embrace new, developing areas of tax law with limited formal guidance.
• Top academic credentials are a prerequisite, and an LLM in Taxation will be favorably considered.