Tax Counsel

Skyview Group, Inc. ("Skyview") is an employee-owned professional services firm that supports clients in the investment management, banking and capital markets, real estate, and insurance sectors. Skyview offers a range of integrated services across finance, accounting, tax, legal support, compliance, human resources, communications, information technology, and other back- and middle-office functions. Skyview is headquartered in Dallas and driven by a team of experienced financial services veterans.

Skyview Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Attorney to join our team. This individual will be responsible for providing legal advice and strategies related to federal, state and local tax matters. This position requires deep knowledge of tax laws, compliance regulations and strong experience in structuring tax-efficient investments. The ideal candidate will have experience working with private equity, real estate and/or investment funds.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax-related inquiries from a variety of the firm's businesses across established and emerging markets;
• Work with business teams to review tax aspects of the formation of investment funds managed by the firm;
• Provide tax structuring support to business teams for potential fund investment opportunities, restructurings and divestitures;
• Coordinate and effectively communicate with outside tax counsel, accounting firms, and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate tax planning, risk controls, and compliance;
• Act as a risk manager through ongoing awareness of the tax regulatory environment and the firm's adherence to its tax compliance obligations; 
• Stay updated on global tax trends, proposed and actual changes in law and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies;
• Provide tax structuring ideas for high net worth clients;
• Provide tax structuring ideas for employee deferred compensation plans.

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school; an LL.M. in Taxation is highly preferred.
• Active membership in the Texas State Bar.
• 8+ years of relevant tax experience, ideally in private equity, real estate, or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local tax laws.
• Experience with tax structuring in private equity, real estate investment and fund management.
• Experience with offshore entities a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Skyview offers a competitive base salary and bonus based on experience and performance. Skyview offers a generous benefits package that includes an industry leading health insurance plan with no employee premiums or deductibles and a 401(k) plan with employer match. Skyview’s talented professionals share a passion for excellence, commitment to teamwork, and pride based on the firm’s track record in the alternative investment industry. Skyview is an Equal Opportunity Employer.