Sr Tax Counsel

NextEra Energy Resources; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources seeks a Sr. Tax Counsel to join the Tax Planning team, bringing focus on M&A, international, or partnership tax. A JD from a top law school is preferred, with an LL.M.

in Taxation highly desirable. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and geared toward delivering strategic tax solutions. The role involves managing worldwide tax projects, coordinating with foreign and domestic advisors, and translating complex tax issues for senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Juris Doctorate required; bar in good standing.
• 8+ years of tax experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worldwide tax projects and analyze tax rules.
• Collaborate with foreign and domestic tax advisors.
• Partner with multiple business units on domestic and international tax implications.
• Review financial models for tax consequences.
• Work with Governmental Affairs, IR, and Communications on priorities.
• Communicate complex tax issues to senior management.
• Draft and review tax provisions in deal documents.
• Manage and develop team members.

Skills

Tax planning

M&A tax

International tax

Partnership tax

Leadership

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

LLM in Taxation

Job description

Date: Sep 22, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 97547

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

We are seeking a Sr. Tax Counsel to become a member of our Tax Planning team. Our in-house tax department is a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate would have experience with Big 4 or a nationally recognized law firm experience preferred (e.g., Am Law Top 25) with focus on M&A, international, or partnership tax. Preferred for Juris Doctorate (JD) to be from top 100 law school. Master of Laws in Taxation (LLM) preferred to be from a top 5 tax program.

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of various worldwide tax projects, including analyzing relevant tax law for tax planning transactions; working with foreign and domestic tax advisors to understand relevant tax rules; partnering with multiple business units to understand both domestic and foreign tax implications; and reviewing financial models to illustrate the tax consequences of various alternatives
• Work with Governmental Affairs, Investor Relations, and Communications to promote the Company's legislative priorities and assist with communications
• Communicate complex technical tax issues to Senior Management and internal/external stakeholders
• Negotiate, draft and review tax provisions in deal documents
• Prepare and review technical tax memoranda
• Manage and develop team members
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Juris Doctorate
• Experience: 8+ years
• Member in Good Standing of State Bar

Preferred Qualifications

• LLM - Master of Laws

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Legal/Regulatory/External Affairs
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami