Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Tax Counsel, Research and Planning

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $120K — $160K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
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Qualifications

  • J.D. required, LL.M in Taxation or related graduate degree preferred
  • 5-7 years of experience in tax planning, compliance, or M&A tax issues
  • Strong understanding of US Federal tax, Subchapter C, and international tax regulations
  • Proven experience in leading or supporting M&A tax due diligence processes
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and implementation of tax planning initiatives to enhance AMD's global tax strategy
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective execution of tax strategies
  • Conduct tax due diligence for M&A activities and develop integration strategies
  • Manage tax audits by researching technical issues and formulating audit responses
  • Perform analysis of US and foreign tax laws to assess implications on tax strategy
  • Partner with AMD Treasury to optimize global cash management and financing strategies
  • Ensure tax provisions in contracts and agreements are accurate and compliant

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans
  • Retirement savings plan with company contributions
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Generous paid time off and vacation policy
  • Work-life balance initiatives including hybrid work options
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly talented and experienced Tax Counsel to join AMD's Tax Research and Planning team. The position involves leading the design and development of tax planning initiatives and transactions, performing research on complex US and international tax issues, leading M&A tax due diligence and integration planning, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement solutions to drive AMD's global tax strategy. In this role, you will work closely with AMD Tax leadership on a variety of high-priority projects and transactions.

This role offers a unique opportunity for the right candidate to contribute meaningfully to the company's global tax strategy supporting its growth and the development of leading-edge technology. You will join a collaborative team with direct access to senior tax leadership and broad exposure across tax planning, controversy, and M&A. This role reports to the Director of Tax Research and Planning, who oversees AMD's global tax strategy, M&A, controversy, transfer pricing, and tax policy functions.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a solid tax legal background and proven experience developing solutions to address complex tax issues faced by multinational corporations. Excellent analytical and communication skills are required, along with the ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects with competing priorities. The candidate should have strong experience with US and international tax concepts and must be able to excel in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead the development, design, and implementation of tax planning initiatives and transactions to drive AMD's global tax strategy
  • Partner closely with cross-functional teams across AMD to ensure successful implementation of strategic transactions and tax planning initiatives
  • Lead tax due diligence for M&A deals and the development of tax acquisition and integration plans working with cross-functional teams
  • Assist with the management of tax audits, including research of technical issues, responding to inquiries from tax authorities, and development of audit strategy
  • Perform technical research and analysis of US and foreign tax laws and regulations to determine impact to the company's tax strategy and legal entity structure
  • Work closely with AMD Treasury on the design and implementation of strategies to optimize global cash management and intercompany financing structures
  • Collaborate with the AMD tax provision and compliance team to ensure planning transactions and tax legislative developments are reflected accurately from a tax reporting perspective
  • Assist with review and development of the tax provisions of third-party contracts, intercompany agreements, and other legal documentation
  • Partner with AMD's Government Relations team on tax policy strategy and priorities


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience working at a law firm or Big 4 public accounting firm focused on complex US and international tax issues
  • Strong experience with US Federal tax, Subchapter C, US international tax, and intercompany reorganizations and restructurings
  • Demonstrated experience leading or supporting M&A tax due diligence and acquisition structuring
  • Excellent tax research and analytical skills
  • Proven experience handling multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

  • J.D. required with LL.M (Taxation) or graduate degree in accounting, tax, or a related field preferred


LOCATION: Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
AMD
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