Mid/Senior-Level Tax Planning and Transactions Associate

Description

Baker McKenzie’s Tax Practice is a leader within our Firm and one of the most highly regarded tax practice in the world. Ranked Band 1 by Chambers Global for its work worldwide, the Tax Practice is recognized by clients and industry peers for the quality tax advice it provides worldwide. Baker McKenzie’s Tax Practice expertly covers all aspects of tax planning and transactions, dispute resolution (both administrative and litigation), tax policy, transfer pricing, indirect taxes and wealth management tax advice and planning.

Baker McKenzie seeks a Mid to Senior-Level Tax Associate for its Tax Planning and Transactions practice. As part of this practice, you would be advising companies on and assisting in the implementation of complex cross-border transactions. You would also be drafting memoranda and opinions on the most current, complex US tax issues. The successful candidate will have 3-7 years of relevant experience in international and corporate tax issues. The candidate must be able to manage projects and work with colleagues in different practice groups and countries. In addition, a successful candidate will need to enjoy working in a dynamic environment in which they will be required to learn and embrace new, developing areas of the tax law in which there is limited formal guidance. Top academic credentials are a prerequisite and an LLM in Taxation will be favorably considered.

Applicants must be admitted to and a member in good standing of that state’s bar in which office you are applying to. Please include a cover letter, transcripts, a writing sample and resume with your application.

About us

At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.

Additional Information

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and/or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify [email protected]

Pay Transparency

This position is bonus eligible and includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) based on number of hours worked.
The US base compensation for this position is expected to be $260,000 to $420,000 (annually) if located in an office in the state of California, District of Columbia, Illinois, New York. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
California notice: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories (arrest and conviction records), in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.