Senior US International Tax Counsel

Description

Based in New York City, the Senior US International Tax Counsel is responsible for all US and international tax matters of a US holding company owning a portfolio of subsidiaries and investments located in the United States and in multiple foreign jurisdictions. The role covers tax structuring, cross-border transactions, cash repatriation, group reorganizations, and strategic tax planning at the holding and sub-holding levels, while serving as a key advisor to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

• →The Senior US International Tax Counsel maintains a consolidated view of the group’s tax profile and risks but does not assume day-to-day responsibility for the US tax compliance of US operating companies within the portfolio. That operational compliance remains at the level of each operating entity and/or its appointed internal finance team or outside advisors.
• →At the same time, the role ensures that local compliance outcomes remain consistent with the holding company’s tax structure, intercompany arrangements, reporting positions, and broader strategic objectives. 
• →The position also acts as a central tax interface between the holding company, its operating subsidiaries, and the French and US shareholders on matters such as distributions, ownership restructuring, financing flows, and significant tax exposures.

• CPA (or equivalent) and/or a tax-focused master's (MST/LLM in Tax) preferred.
• Approximately 10 years of relevant experience in US corporate and international tax, ideally gained in a leading law firm, Big Four firm, and/or the in-house tax function of a multinational or investment-driven group.
• Strong command of US corporate tax, US international tax, and cross-border structuring principles, including experience with complex multi-jurisdiction holding structures.
• Proven experience managing holding-company tax compliance and coordinating external tax advisors for US federal and state filings.
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical tax issues into clear, practical recommendations for senior management, legal teams, finance teams, and shareholders.
• Strong drafting, judgment, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English is required; French is a plus given the need to interact with French shareholders and cross-border stakeholders.