Mid-level Tax Associate Attorney

Lateral and Experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist at Clifford Chance

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You’ll build connections and work with colleagues as one global team. You’ll unlock opportunities for clients, across borders, cultures, legal and commercial disciplines.

Join us to work with colleagues as one global team – empowering each other to be exceptional and create advantage for our clients.

Job Description

Clifford Chance has an opening for a mid‑level associate attorney to join the Firm's Tax group in New York, Washington, DC or Houston.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited US law school;
• High academic achievement;
• Experience in transactional tax; with a background in M&A and/or private funds work preferred;
• Strong interest in the subject area, entrepreneurial and a team‑player;
• Admitted to (or possessing the ability to waive into) the New York, DC, or Texas Bar;
• Prior experience in a peer law firm required.

Preferred class years 2021‑2023. Submissions must include a resume and law school transcript(s).

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package. The salary range for this role is $235,000 to $310,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where all perspectives are recognised and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed, irrespective of background.

We are guided by our values‑based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and across all aspects of employment, from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day‑to‑day working life.

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