U.S. Associate - Tax

linklaters; New York (NY); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Linklaters in New York seeks a tax attorney with experience representing sponsors of alternative investment funds and with the taxation of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and private equity structures. International transactions experience is a plus; 4–6 years of law firm experience is ideal (class years 2020–2022).

JD or Tax LL.M and NY Bar in good standing required. The base salary range is $310,000 to $390,000 with potential discretionary bonuses and overtime; actual compensation depends

Qualifications

• Experience representing sponsors of alternative investment funds.
• Experience with taxation of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and/or private equity funds and structures.
• Self-starters and team-oriented, with excellent written and oral communication skills.

Skills

M&A Taxation

Sponsor Funds

International Transactions

Education

JD + Tax LL.M

NY Bar admission in good standing

Job description

Candidates should have experience representing sponsors of alternative investment funds and with the taxation of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and/or private equity funds and structures. A strong candidate will also have experience with international transactions. 4 to 6 years of law firm experience is ideal (class years 2020- 2022 preferred). Candidates must be self-starters and team-oriented, with an eagerness to learn and excellent written and oral communication skills. This position is available for our New York office.

A JD from an accredited law school/Tax LL.M, and admission to and in good standing with the New York Bar required.

The base salary range offered for this role will be between $310,000 and $390,000 and represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees and location, as well as the needs of the firm.

The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses and other benefits.

Technical Skills:

This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.