Associate General Counsel, Tax
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Washington D.C. Area (On-site - Headquarter location)
The Company is seeking an Associate General Counsel with a focus on tax to lead the planning and implementation of its tax structure and strategy. This role is pivotal in advising on legal structuring and planning matters, with a strong emphasis on reducing the company's reliance on outside counsel and tax advisors. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties, including legal planning for tax structuring of business transactions, entity structuring, and cross-border tax planning. They will also provide legal advice on tax implications of commercial agreements, licensing arrangements, and corporate reorganizations, and ensure that the company's tax strategy complies with all relevant laws and regulations. Applicants must have a J.D. from an accredited law school, a minimum of 10 years' of relevant tax law experience, and a strong background in U.S. federal taxation of LLCs and partnerships. A Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M. in Taxation) is a plus, and experience in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, or regulated industry is also beneficial. The role requires excellent legal analysis, judgment, and communication skills, as well as the ability to manage relationships with outside legal counsel. The ideal candidate will have a high degree of professional judgment, strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and the ability to provide strategic, risk-calibrated guidance to business stakeholders.
Functions:
- Legal
Compensation
USD $208,900-$326,500 (salary) per year
About the Company
Respected pharmaceutical company specializing in the development of diagnostic products
Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Type
Privately Held
Age
employees
1001-5000