Associate - Transactional Tax

Tax Associate | M&A, Capital Markets, Funds | AmLaw 100 | New York

Our AmLaw 100 client is hiring a Tax associate in New York to sit at the center of complex transactions for market-leading corporates, private equity sponsors, and financial institutions. The team is Chambers-recognized with a deep bench across NY, DC, CA, and UK, and a track record on spin-offs, IPOs, and sophisticated M&A.

Role Summary

• Advise on the tax aspects of strategic and private equity M&A, joint ventures, and restructurings
• Support capital markets matters, including spin-offs and IPOs
• Counsel on investment fund formation and real estate transactions
• Research, draft, and negotiate tax provisions in core deal documents
• Interface directly with clients and help present at external programs and national tax conferences

Candidate Profile

• JD with 4-7 years of BigLaw tax experience; class years 2019–2022
• Transactional tax background touching two or more of: PE M&A, public company deals, fund formation, capital markets, or real estate
• Strong research and writing, crisp oral advocacy, and a practical approach to novel issues
• Comfortable leading calls, collaborating in office, and building external presence through speaking and writing

Why This Role

• Platform with momentum. The firm posted strong financial growth and continues to invest in key practices and people.
• Recognized quality. Chambers USA ranks this tax team and several of its New York partners, with broad coverage across U.S. and global guides.
• High-impact work. Partners regularly lead on spin-offs, IPO readiness, and complex cross-border transactions that stretch your technical range.
• Associate development. Formal mentorship, CLE, coaching, and structured small-group “pods” give you access to senior partners and consistent reps.
• Compensation and benefits. Base salary range $260,000 to $390,000, plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement, paid leave, FSA, and parental leave.

Location

New York, NY. In-office collaboration with cross-office deal teams.

How to Apply

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