State Tax Counsel

Exxon Mobil; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings Plan

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Workplace Flexibility

Culture of Health

Disability Plan

Job summary

Exxon Mobil is seeking a highly skilled State Tax Counsel to manage complex state and local tax issues. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in state tax planning and advisory work.

The candidate will advise on tax planning opportunities, lead audits, and communicate with various stakeholders. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a pension plan, savings plan, and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of state and local tax experience.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state.
• Strong knowledge of state income and franchise taxation principles.

Responsibilities

• Advise on state and local tax planning opportunities arising from business transactions.
• Research and analyze complex state tax issues.
• Lead and support state tax controversy matters.

Skills

State and local tax experience

Legal research skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living while reducing emissions. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

What role you will play in our team

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced State Tax Counsel to take on complex challenges within a Fortune 50 multinational corporation. You will manage a multi‑jurisdiction portfolio of state and local tax matters. Keys to success include collaboration and effective communication with tax department colleagues and management, corporate finance and business unit personnel, state tax officials and outside counsel.

Business line and finance managers will look to you for guidance regarding state tax implications of major transactions, legislative and regulatory developments, audit matters, and tax savings opportunities. During your career at ExxonMobil, your portfolio will evolve over time, allowing you to deepen your understanding of the business, expand your technical expertise, and develop a broad range of state and local tax skills.

What will you do

• Advise on state and local tax planning opportunities arising from business transactions, restructurings, and operational changes.
• Research and analyze complex state tax issues and develop practical, business‑focused solutions.
• Lead and support state tax controversy matters, including audits, appeals, administrative proceedings, and litigation.
• Monitor and assess legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments affecting the company’s state tax profile.
• Partner with business, legal, finance, and tax teams to manage state tax risks and maximize value.

About you

We are seeking an attorney with a strong background in state and local tax planning and controversy who possesses the following qualifications.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of state and local tax experience, including tax planning, controversy, or multistate tax advisory work.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state.
• Strong knowledge of state income and franchise taxation principles, including nexus, apportionment, and sourcing.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex tax issues and communicate practical recommendations to business and tax stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• Tax LL.M. preferred.
• Experience representing clients before state taxing authorities or supporting state tax controversy matters.
• Experience advising multinational or multistate businesses on state tax planning initiatives.
• Familiarity with state tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and legal entity simplification projects.
• Experience evaluating the state tax consequences of evolving business models, supply chains, and commercial transactions.
• Adds value by collaborating effectively with colleagues, clients, and other support functions.
• Shares knowledge to develop capabilities of the whole team.
• Excellent legal research, technical writing, and advocacy skills.

We offer you

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as "Flex your Day", providing ad‑hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer‑term programs such as leaves of absence and part‑time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.