Who we are looking for
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Managing Director, International Tax Planning, to join our Corporate Tax team. This role is responsible for a broad range of international corporate tax planning matters, including legal entity structuring and funding, advising on M&A transactions, and overseeing our US-based international tax compliance and provision teams.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and self-starter with deep expertise in U.S. and international tax matters, and the ability to effectively partner with senior leadership across the organization.
What you will be responsible for
As Managing Director, International Tax Planning, you will:
- Work closely with Corporate Tax senior management to develop sustainable strategies to manage State Street’s effective tax rate
- Partner with senior management across Finance and Legal to provide tax advice on U.S.-based and global business initiatives
- Research and analyze complex U.S. and international tax issues related to planning initiatives
- Oversee and mentor our team of U.S-based international tax compliance and provision specialists
- Support audit activities and ensure appropriate documentation of tax positions
- Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
- Strong leadership and strategic thinking capabilities
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Deep analytical and research expertise in U.S. and international tax matters
- Proven project management skills across cross-functional teams
- Ability to operate independently and as a collaborative partner
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience working across geographic regions
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- JD, CPA, MBA, or Master’s in Tax with strong academic credentials
- 15+ years of experience at a U.S. law firm, public accounting firm, multinational corporation, or combination thereof
- Significant experience advising U.S.-based multinational organizations
- Working knowledge of FAS 109 and FIN 48
- Financial services industry experience preferred but not required
- Demonstrated ability to partner with senior management and stakeholders globally
Salary Range:
$170,000 - $282,500 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
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