Deloitte

Tax Consultant (LLM) (Summer 2026)

Deloitte$78K — $140K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • LLM in Taxation degree required
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Bar exam eligibility prior to full-time start
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%
  • Ability to work in a hybrid model, co-locating 2-3 days per week
  • Limited immigration sponsorship available
  • Minimum age of 18 at time of employment

Responsibilities

  • Assist with strategic tax planning and research tax law
  • Support audit defense with preparation of responses
  • Draft technical memos and opinions
  • Prepare federal and state income tax returns and related forms
  • Develop income tax provisions per ASC 740
  • Support Deloitte audit team on tax provision reviews
  • Manage multiple client assignments across various tax services

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model promoting flexibility
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources
  • Work within high-performing teams
  • Collaboration with clients across various industries
Full Job Description
Recruiting for this role ends on 2/1/2026

Work you will do

You will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax adviser - the "go-to" tax professional. You will collaborate daily as part of high-performing teams, developing solutions to complex tax issues through research, use of cutting-edge technology, and consultation with other team members. Daily tasks may include researching tax law, defending tax positions in controversy, understanding the applicable tax implications for specific clients, and making recommendations based on your findings. You will commonly work with multiple clients at the same time, assisting across a variety of tax services that are relevant for public and private companies. Responsibilities may include:
• Assisting with strategic tax planning including researching tax law and drafting technical memos and opinions.
• Assisting with audit defense including preparation of responses and drafting issue responses as well as more formal appeals.
• Preparing business and individual federal and state income and other tax returns and forms.
• Preparing income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 as well as supporting the Deloitte audit team on tax provision reviews, including analyzing the authority level of uncertain tax positions.

The successful tax consultant will be able to:
• Prioritize tasks
• Work independently and manage multiple assignments in a team environment in-person and virtually
• Apply strong judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

Required
• LLM in Taxation degree
• Strong academic track record (minimum GPA of 3.0)
• Bar exam eligibility before beginning full-time employment
• Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Ability to perform job responsibilities within in a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2 - 3 days per week
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment
• The start date for this position will be in Summer 2026, Winter 2027

Preferred
• Undergraduate degree in accounting, taxation, or a related field
• Relevant work experience (e.g. previous work experience, internships, summer positions)

Information for applicants with a need for accommodation:

https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $78000 to $140000.

Deloitte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquiries to the Global Call Center (GCC) at [redacted].

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About Deloitte

Deloitte is a multinational professional services network that provides audit, tax, consulting, enterprise risk and financial advisory services. The company was founded in London in 1845 and has since grown to become one of the largest professional services firms in the world. Deloitte has over 330,000 employees in more than 150 countries and territories. The company's mission is to help clients achieve their goals and make an impact that matters in their businesses and communities.
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