State Tax Counsel
Listed on 2026-07-06
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Finance & Banking
State Tax Counsel
Location:
Spring, TX, US, 77389 Company Name:
Exxon Mobil
At Exxon Mobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living while reducing emissions. As one of the world's largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for. The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people.
They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies. We invite you to bring your ideas to Exxon Mobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society's evolving needs.
Exxon Mobil's state-of-the-art campus north of Houston serves as home to its Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses and their associated service groups. The facility opened in 2014 and accommodates more than 10,000 employees and visitors. By bringing many global functional groups together, the campus provides employees with the tools and capabilities needed today, and in the future, to achieve business objectives and accelerate the discovery of new resources, technologies and products.
It was designed to foster improved collaboration, creativity and innovation and enhance the company's ability to attract, develop and retain the top talent in the industry.
The campus is located in Spring, Texas, on 385 wooded acres immediately to the west of Interstate Highway 45 (I-45), at the intersection of I-45 and the Hardy Toll Road, approximately 25 miles from the cultural vibrancy of downtown Houston. The campus was constructed to the highest standards of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Its design incorporates extensive research into best practices in building and workplace design through extensive benchmarking of the world's top academic, research, and corporate facilities.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced State Tax Counsel ready to take on complex challenges within a Fortune 50 multinational corporation. You will gain a wide variety of experience and manage a multi-jurisdiction portfolio of state and local tax matters. Keys to success include collaboration and effective communication with tax department colleagues and management, corporate finance and business unit personnel, state tax officials and outside counsel.
Business line and finance managers will look to you for guidance regarding state tax implications of major transactions, legislative and regulatory developments, audit matters, and tax savings opportunities. During your career at Exxon Mobil, your portfolio will evolve over time, allowing you to deepen your understanding of the business, expand your technical expertise, and develop a broad range of state and local tax skills.
This position will play a key role in helping Exxon Mobil compete to win by successfully navigating an increasingly complex state and local tax environment. Throughout your career, you will be given many opportunities to enhance your skills, develop new capabilities, and collaborate with talented colleagues across the organization.
Advise on state and local tax planning opportunities arising from business transactions, restructurings, and operational changes
Research and analyze complex state tax issues and develop practical, business-focused solutions
Lead and support state tax controversy matters, including audits, appeals, administrative proceedings, and litigation
Monitor and assess legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments affecting the company's state tax profile
Partner with business, legal, finance, and tax teams to manage state tax risks and maximize value
We are seeking an attorney with a strong background in state and local tax planning and controversy who possesses the following qualifications:
Minimum of 7 years of state and local tax experience, including tax planning, controversy, or multistate tax advisory work
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
Licensed to practice law in at least one state
Strong knowledge of state income and franchise taxation principles, including nexus, apportionment, and sourcing
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex tax issues and communicate practical recommendations to business and tax stakeholders
An Exxon Mobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.
Pension Plan:
Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
Savings Plan:
You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
Workplace Flexibility:
We have several programs such as "Flex your…
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