Senior Tax Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Tax Associate Attorney in New York City, NY. The ideal candidate will have 11 years of experience with a focus on federal transactional tax practice.

Duties

• Manage components of domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Handle private equity and hedge fund taxation matters.
• Advise on real estate and REIT taxation.
• Engage in complex capital markets transactions, including structured notes.
• Participate in bankruptcy and workout processes.
• Contribute to structured finance and securitization projects.
• Support lending and project finance initiatives.
• Assist start-up and early-stage companies with tax-related issues.

Requirements

• 11 years of experience in federal tax practice.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Active membership in New York Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York.

Skills

• Proficiency in managing transaction components independently.
• Excellent analytical and drafting abilities.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
• Parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options.
• Tax-free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including access to health care advocates and wellness apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel for pro bono opportunities.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations.