VP Tax Controversy

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

Job summary

A leading tax advisory firm in New York is seeking a VP of Tax Controversy. This client-facing role involves advising on complex tax litigation matters, working with law firms and insurers, and conducting analyses on IRS audits. Ideal candidates will have a J.D. and 3+ years of specialized experience. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential, as well as the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to take on challenging issues in tax law.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in law firm, accounting firm, or relevant tax role.
• Experience in federal tax controversy.
• Ability to explain complex tax concepts.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on tax controversy and litigation risks.
• Partner with law firms and insurers to assess coverage.
• Analyze IRS audits and litigation matters.
• Draft technical tax analyses for insurance placement.
• Serve as trusted advisor to clients on insured tax matters.

Skills

Tax controversy advisory

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Education

J.D.

LLM (preferred)

Job description

JCW is partnered with one of the leading brokers in the tax insurance industry seeking an VP of Tax Controversy to join its rapidly growing team. This newly created, client-facing advisory role is ideal for entrepreneurial professionals interested in advising on tax controversy and litigation matters, including some of the most complex and high-profile issues arising from M&A, restructuring, and cross-border transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on tax controversy and litigation risks in connection with transactional and post-transaction matters.
• Partner with law firms, insurers, and internal deal teams to assess coverage, structure policies, and support underwriting.
• Analyze IRS audits, disputes, and litigation matters, including exposure assessment and resolution strategy.
• Draft and review technical tax analyses, submissions, and supporting documentation for insurance placement.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the lifecycle of insured tax matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. required, LLM strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience at a law firm, accounting firm, or relevant in-house tax role.
• Experience in a federal tax controversy specialized role required, litigation knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to clearly explain complex tax concepts.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally and perform in fast paced work environments.
• Strong leadership and presentation skills.

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