Transactional Tax Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement support

Parental leave benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Professional development support

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Transactional Tax Associate in Washington, D.C. This role involves advising on tax matters related to mergers and acquisitions, drafting precise analyses, and collaborating across practice areas. Candidates should have a solid background in transactional tax and be admitted to the New York, D.C., or Texas Bar. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for career development.

Qualifications

• Prior experience at a peer law firm, ideally in tax matters.
• Strong academic credentials in law.
• Admitted to or eligible for NY, D.C., or TX Bar.

Responsibilities

• Advise on tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
• Support transactional structuring and planning.
• Draft tax analyses and transaction documentation.
• Collaborate on multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Develop tax solutions for sophisticated clients.

Skills

Transactional tax expertise

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) knowledge

Collaboration skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

J.D. from a recognized law school

Job description

Transactional Tax Associate

Location: New York, Washington, D.C., or Houston

A leading global law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its Tax group in the U.S. The team advises on sophisticated transactional tax matters, working closely with corporate and funds practices on high-profile domestic and cross-border work. This is a strong opportunity for a tax associate looking to deepen their experience within a truly international platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions and private funds transactions.
• Support transactional structuring and planning across complex corporate and investment matters.
• Draft tax analyses, memoranda, and transaction documentation with strong technical precision.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across offices and practice areas on multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Develop practical, commercially focused tax solutions for sophisticated clients.

Who You Are

• Junior to mid-level tax associate, typically class years 2019–2023, with prior experience at a peer law firm.
• Solid background in transactional tax, with exposure to M&A and/or private funds work preferred.
• Strong academic credentials and a genuine interest in transactional tax law.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and comfortable working within a global team structure.
• Admitted to, or eligible to waive into, the New York, D.C., or Texas Bar.

Compensation

Salary Range: $235,000 – $390,000 DOE

Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, and parental leave benefits, alongside discretionary bonuses and strong professional development support

Interested?

Contact Max at [e-mail] to express interest or learn more.