Director, Global Transaction Tax M&A & Deals Strategy

Director, Global Transaction Tax (Federal)

About Alvarez & Marsal: Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action‑oriented professionals. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry.

The Team

A&M’s Global Transaction Tax team is composed of seasoned tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice to corporate and private equity buyers and sellers throughout the transaction life cycle. By utilizing an integrated approach with A&M professionals with deep operating and financial‑related experience, the team uses a focused and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand potential deal breakers, value drivers, and other areas of specific interest to our clients. Our professionals have significant experience on both the buy and sell side of transactions across all industries, including healthcare, financial institutions, energy, environmental services, technology, and education.

How You Will Contribute

• Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations;
• Develop and deliver quality tax planning approaches with timely and responsive services and work product that meets and/or exceeds client expectations;
• Perform due diligence, including review of tax returns, financials, and other tax documentation to evaluate potential tax risks and opportunities;
• Review and comment on tax aspects of financial models;
• Review and comment on tax aspects of purchase agreements;
• Coordinate with state, local and international tax team members, as well as financial and operational due diligence team members, to deliver the highest quality integrated work product;
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Qualifications

• CPA, JD (with bachelor's degree in accounting, preferred), Masters in Taxation, or LLM;
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in a mergers & acquisitions tax practice at a Big 4 firm, Big Law firm, or similar firm;
• Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting;
• Strong writing, analytical, research, Excel, and organizational skills;
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills;
• Strong sense of personal motivation as well as the ability to work with a team;
• Ability to work in a dynamic, time‑sensitive environment.

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well‑being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey.

Benefits

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits, including healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Employees are eligible for paid time off, including vacation, personal days, seventy‑two hours of sick time (prorated for part‑time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. Employees may also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal.

Salary Range

The salary range is $165,000–$200,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M also offers a discretionary bonus program based on a number of factors.

Inclusive Diversity

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—reflect why our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity and foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third‑Party Recruiters

As per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.