Director, US M&A Tax

Overview

An established mergers and acquisitions advisory firm specializing in infrastructure and energy sectors is seeking a Director of M&A Tax to join their expanding deal team. The firm serves a diverse client base including infrastructure funds, energy developers, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, private equity firms, publicly listed corporations, and private strategic investors.

Responsibilities

• Lead international and domestic M&A transactions by performing tax due diligence and tax structuring services.
• Act as a trusted tax advisor to clients and internal teams.
• Provide timely, high-quality tax advice aimed at exceeding client expectations.
• Review and draft tax opinion memoranda on complex technical topics such as Subchapter C/K, inbound/outbound, and cross-border issues.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on business development activities including identifying opportunities, leading proposals, and cultivating client relationships.
• Analyze tax data in financial projections related to transactions.
• Review tax aspects of merger agreements and legal documents.
• Mentor, develop, and train Vice Presidents and Senior Associates.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Tax Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tax due diligence, deal structuring, and post-merger integration at a Big 4 firm, corporate tax department, or Big Law firm.
• At least 5 years of experience planning and executing projects, including budget management.
• Ability to communicate complex tax concepts clearly and concisely to clients and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams and delivering results under tight deadlines.
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-starter comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous deal environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or prior experience in a Big 4 or Big Law transactional tax group.
• Demonstrated expertise in M&A tax with a track record of high performance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive cash compensation packages significantly higher than typical Big 4 accounting firms and consulting practices.
• Unlimited paid time off including 2 weeks of fully disconnected time annually.
• Flexible working arrangements with remote and location flexibility.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Pension and retirement contributions.
• Monthly fringe benefit stipend up to $400.
• Additional benefits supporting physical and mental wellness.

Location

• North America

Equal Opportunity

The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment based on race, age, ancestry, color, creed, disability status (physical or mental), gender, marital status, legally protected medical condition (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.