Tax Counsel

JCW Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

JCW Group is looking for a skilled Tax Counsel in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will provide legal and tax guidance on complex alternative investment structures. Responsibilities include advising on fund formation, drafting legal agreements, and compliance issues. Candidates should have 6-8 years of experience, preferably from Big Law or a Washington National Tax practice, and a strong grasp of partnership and corporate taxation. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on alternative investments.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience, including roles in Big Law or Washington National Tax.
• Hands-on experience with alternative investments including private equity and credit funds.
• Strong understanding of partnership, corporate, and management company taxation.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and tax advice on fund formation and restructuring.
• Draft and review legal agreements with tax implications.
• Advise on compliance and regulatory issues relevant to fund operations.

Skills

Legal and tax advice

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Tax law knowledge

Education

JD, LL.M preferred

Job description

About the Firm:

Our client is a leading asset management firm with a strong focus on alternative investments, including private equity and credit strategies. They are seeking a highly skilled Tax Counsel to join the firm’s tax team. The ideal candidate will have a background in Big Law or a Washington National Tax practice, with in-house experience considered a significant plus. This role will focus on providing legal and tax guidance on complex alternative investment structures, including private equity and credit funds.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and tax advice on the formation, operation, and restructuring of alternative investment funds and management entities.
• Work closely with investment, finance, and operations teams on tax-related matters affecting fund structures, investments, and transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements and fund documents with a focus on tax implications.
• Advise on tax compliance, regulatory issues, and IRS/State matters relevant to fund operations.
• Support due diligence and transactional activity related to fund investments, acquisitions, and dispositions.
• Stay current on relevant tax law, regulations, and industry trends affecting alternative investment structures.

Qualifications

• JD, LL.M preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience, for candidates coming directly from a Big Law firm, must be at least a 4th or 5th year.
• Prior experience in Big Law or a Washington National Tax practice; in-house experience is a strong plus.
• Hands-on experience with alternative investments, including private equity and credit funds.
• Strong understanding of partnership, corporate, and management company taxation.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

For more information regarding this position or other tax opportunities, please reach out to [e-mail].