Global Tax Services Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Global Tax Services Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm in New York, New York.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 3–5 years of transactional tax experience to join a nationally recognized tax practice advising clients on sophisticated domestic and international transactions, including private equity investments, mergers and acquisitions, fund formations, and complex tax structuring matters.

• Advise clients on the federal, state, and international tax aspects of complex business transactions.

• Structure and negotiate tax-efficient solutions for private equity transactions, public and private mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, and fund formations.

• Counsel clients on domestic and international tax planning and transaction structuring.

• Assist with investment fund transactions and other strategic corporate initiatives.

• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, finance, private equity, and investment funds practices to deliver integrated legal and tax solutions.

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.

• Active Bar membership in good standing.

• 3–5 years of transactional tax experience at a law firm.

• Experience advising on private equity transactions, public and private mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, and fund formations.

• Experience with domestic and international tax structuring and planning is required.

• Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.

• Base salary: $260,000–$365,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and other applicable factors.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Generous paid time off and firm holidays.

• Professional development, mentorship, and partnership-track career opportunities.

This position offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized tax attorneys on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions for leading private equity sponsors, investment funds, and corporate clients. Associates receive meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and exceptional opportunities for long-term professional growth within one of the nation's premier tax practices.