Senior Manager – M&A and Tax Structuring

Equinix

. Support tax structuring for global xScale joint ventures, acquisitions, real estate transactions, financings, refinancings, restructurings, and monetizations .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $138,000 - $208,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax structuring for global transactions, including M&A and international tax considerations, while effectively managing multiple projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Proficient in analyzing complex tax issues and developing actionable strategies to mitigate risks and enhance compliance.

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Tax StructuringInternational Tax AnalysisM&A ExperienceCPA or Equivalent QualificationREIT Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Tax ModelingLegal Entity Structure AnalysisTransaction Tax Step PlansTax Risk IdentificationTechnical Research CoordinationU.S. Federal Income Tax AssessmentTransfer PricingWithholding Tax AnalysisDocumentation of Tax PositionsProject Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationSound JudgmentCollaborationPrioritizationContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled ToolsStructuring ToolsGovernance ProcessesTemplatesPlaybooks

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAChartered AccountantAttorney

Industry Keywords

Joint VenturesPrivate Capital StructuresReal EstateInfrastructureCapital-Intensive BusinessesBig Four ExperienceMultinational Tax Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support tax structuring for global xScale joint ventures, acquisitions, real estate transactions, financings, refinancings, restructurings, and monetizations
Analyze legal entity structures, ownership and funding arrangements, asset and business flows, related-party transactions, and exit alternatives
Develop and maintain transaction tax step plans, structure diagrams, tax models, issue lists, and decision materials
Coordinate internal stakeholders and external advisors to implement approved structures accurately and on schedule
Identify tax risks, planning opportunities, dependencies, and implementation constraints, escalating material matters to Tax leadership
Assess transaction structures and operating arrangements for U.S. federal income tax and REIT implications
Coordinate technical research and documentation for significant tax positions, including memoranda and advisor opinions
Coordinate international tax analysis across relevant jurisdictions, including corporate income tax, withholding tax, transfer pricing, indirect tax, and local tax considerations
Work with local advisors to evaluate tax leakage, cash repatriation, financing, governance, and regulatory constraints
Monitor tax law developments affecting existing xScale structures and recommend actions
Lead the tax workstream for vendor due diligence on monetization projects
Review transaction documents from a tax perspective, including joint venture, acquisition, financing, services, development, lease, and related agreements
Coordinate tax inputs to transaction documents and closing deliverables with Legal and external counsel
Maintain records of key decisions, assumptions, open items, approvals, and post-closing obligations
Serve as day-to-day tax partner for cross-functional transaction teams
Manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize activity based on risk and transaction milestones, and communicate status and decisions to senior stakeholders
Support investor discussions and lead responses to tax questions
Develop structuring tools, templates, playbooks, and governance processes for a global joint venture platform
Promote technology and AI-enabled tools for research, documentation, and project execution
Contribute to ownership, sound judgment, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, Law, or a related field
Professional qualification such as CPA, Chartered Accountant, attorney, or equivalent
7+ years of progressive tax experience, including meaningful experience in M&A or international tax
Ability to analyze complex facts, identify material tax issues, exercise sound judgment, and convert technical advice into executable steps
Experience managing external advisors and collaborating with Legal, Finance, Treasury, and business stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex matters clearly and concisely
Ability to manage a high volume of concurrent work, exercise judgment, and meet transaction deadlines
Preferred: Experience with joint ventures, private capital structures, data centers, real estate, infrastructure, or similarly capital-intensive businesses
Preferred: Working knowledge of REIT rules, U.S. partnership taxation, cross-border financing, withholding tax, and transfer pricing
Preferred: Experience reviewing transaction agreements and supporting transaction closings
Preferred: Big Four, law firm, or multinational in-house tax experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Assistance Program
Health insurance plans
Life insurance plans
Disability insurance plans
Voluntary insurance plans
Retirement plan contributions from employee and Equinix
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Bonus eligibility
Potential equity offering depending on the position
Disability accommodations during the employment process