Funds & Asset Management Tax Attorney

Location: New York

Direct Counsel is seeking a Funds & Asset Management Tax Associate to join a prestigious Am Law 100 firm in New York. This position offers the opportunity to advise leading investment firms and financial institutions on complex tax matters related to fund formation, asset management, and investment structuring across various asset classes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tax structuring and advisory services for private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and private equity funds.

• Advise on fund formation, structuring, and investor tax considerations, including U.S. and international tax implications.

• Counsel clients on asset manager compensation structures, carried interest, and partnership tax matters.

• Address tax compliance and reporting obligations related to fund operations.

• Analyze and advise on Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and other investment structures (experience in this area is helpful but not required).

• Collaborate with investment teams, fund managers, and financial institutions to develop tax-efficient strategies.

Qualifications

• Education: J.D. from a top-tier law school.

• Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience in tax law with a focus on funds, asset management, and investment structuring.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of partnership taxation, fund structuring, and tax issues affecting private funds.

• Skills: Excellent academic credentials, legal research and writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients and internal teams.

Work Environment & Compensation

• Salary Range: $260,000 – $390,000 (compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and firm policies).

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.

  • Back-up childcare and eldercare support.

  • Professional development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.

This firm is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Apply today to join a premier tax practice advising top-tier investment firms and financial institutions.