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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. and international tax planning strategies, including cross-border taxation and equity compensation plans. Proficient in delivering clear, actionable advice to high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients while managing senior client relationships.
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Tax Law SpecializationU.S. Inbound/Outbound Tax MattersEquity Compensation PlansTax Research Tools ProficiencyFrench Fluency
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Hard Skills
Tax Planning StrategiesCross-Border Reorganization AnalysisTax Treaty ApplicationsFATCA CompliancePFIC RegulationsCFC/GILTI RegimesTax ResearchEquity Compensation Tax TreatmentIRS Regulatory MonitoringFederal and State Tax Returns
Soft Skills
Exceptional Communication SkillsClient Relationship ManagementBusiness Development
Tools & Technologies
Bloomberg TaxCCH
Certifications & Qualifications
Law Degree in Tax LawBar Admission
Industry Keywords
High-Net-Worth IndividualsCross-Border TaxationInternational Tax FrameworksWealth TransferEstate PlanningCross-Jurisdictional Compliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design and lead comprehensive U.S. and international tax planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals and business structures.
- Lead cross-border reorganization analyses and permanent establishment assessments.
- Provide senior-level guidance on tax treaty applications, FATCA, PFIC, and CFC/GILTI regimes.
- Conduct detailed tax research and prepare technical memos on U.S. and international tax topics.
- Support advisory deliverables related to personal and corporate structuring and tax optimization.
- Advise clients on the design and tax treatment of equity compensation plans, including ISO, NSO stock options, and RSUs.
- Analyze cross-border stock option taxation, sourcing issues, and tax opportunities.
- Support clients with 83(b) elections, AMT exposure, and QSBS qualifications.
- Coordinate with legal counsel on equity plan documentation for international founders.
- Own a portfolio of senior client relationships and serve as the main tax contact throughout the fiscal year.
- Deliver actionable advice to C-suite executives, founders, and general counsel.
- Lead or co-lead client presentations, strategy sessions, and annual tax planning meetings.
- Advise on wealth transfer, estate planning, and cross-jurisdictional compliance.
- Review and sign off on federal and state income tax returns and international filings, including Forms 5471, 5472, 8858, and 8865.
- Monitor IRS and Treasury regulatory developments and translate their impact for clients.
- Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives, technical memos, and client-facing educational content.
- Drive business development through proposals, speaking engagements, and thought leadership content.
- Collaborate with senior partners on strategic client initiatives.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Law degree with a specialization in tax law (Avocat fiscaliste, Master 2 Fiscalité internationale, LLM in Taxation, JD with tax focus, or equivalent).
- Bar admission (French, U.S., or other jurisdiction) is a strong plus.
- 2–5 years of experience in tax advisory in a law firm, Big 4, or boutique international tax practice.
- Demonstrated expertise in U.S. inbound/outbound tax matters, cross-border structures, and international tax frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with equity compensation plans (stock options, RSUs) and their cross-border tax implications.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — able to translate dense tax analysis into clear client advice.
- Proficiency with tax research tools: Bloomberg Tax or CCH.
- French fluency is required.
- Spanish, German, or other European languages are a plus.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health Insurance paid 100% with HSA and FSA available.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match up to 6% after 3 months.
- Unlimited paid time-off policy (with a minimum of 2 weeks / year to be taken).
- Transportation program (Commuter Benefits offered).
- In-office breakfast in the morning, snacks in the afternoon and Happy Hour on Thursdays.
- Equal opportunity employer.