Mid-Level Tax Associate — Business Tax

Seeking a mid-level associate to join a national business tax practice on a full-time, partnership-track basis. The role is open in either New York, NY or Richmond, VA and will focus on federal income tax drafting, transactional structuring and negotiation within the firm s Tax & ERISA team.

The successful candidate will take ownership of engagements, work collaboratively with deal teams, and interface directly with counterparty counsel. Experience with partnership and joint venture agreements relating to real estate, partnership and corporate M&A, and private equity structuring is central to the role. Familiarity with REITs or mortgage securitization is a plus.

Strong communication skills, initiative, and the ability to exercise independent judgment with clients and colleagues are required. Candidates should be prepared to assume increasing responsibility in a client-facing, team-oriented environment.

• 4 7 years of tax practice experience (PQE).
• Demonstrated federal income tax drafting, structuring and negotiation skills.
• Experience negotiating partnership and joint venture agreements; transactional tax experience in M&A and private equity contexts.
• REIT or mortgage securitization experience a plus but not required.
• Excellent oral and written communication; ability to work independently and lead matters.
• State licensure preferred in the office jurisdiction and required within one year of hire.