Business Tax Associate
Location: Chicago, IL (national search with focus on Chicago, Richmond, and Charlotte)
A leading international law firm is seeking a transactional tax associate to join its Business Tax Group. The team advises on the tax aspects of sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions, offering exposure to a broad mix of M&A, private equity, financings, fund formation, real estate, and international investment work. This is a strong opportunity for a tax associate looking to deepen their transactional experience within a fast-paced, collaborative practice.
Key Responsibilities:
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Advise on the tax aspects of taxable and tax-free mergers and acquisitions, buyouts, and restructurings.
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Support private equity transactions, fund formations, joint ventures, and financings.
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Assist with inbound and outbound international tax planning.
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Work on matters involving tax credits, incentives, and complex financial instruments.
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Draft tax analyses, transaction documents, and client memoranda.
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Manage multiple active matters in a high-volume transactional environment.
Who You Are:
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At least 2 years of experience as a transactional tax associate in a law firm.
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Strong academic credentials, including an LL.M. in Taxation (required).
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Comfortable working across multiple deals simultaneously in a fast-moving practice.
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Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
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Detail-oriented, organised, and client-focused.
Compensation:
Salary: $235,000
Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, and parental leave benefits, hours and merit bonus opportunities, and billable credit for pro bono work.
Interested?
Contact Max at max@tposearch.com to express interest or learn more.
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