Job Description

Join Goldman Sachs' esteemed Tax Policy & Research (TP&R) Group as an Associate, Individual Tax Specialist, where you will be at the forefront of delivering sophisticated tax counsel to ultra-high-net-worth individuals. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in federal and state income, gift, and estate tax law, translating complex regulations into actionable strategies that safeguard and enhance our clients' financial legacies. You will be instrumental in shaping the financial futures of our firm's most strategic clients by providing unparalleled financial counsel and bespoke implementation services.

HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL

• Strategic Tax Intelligence & Foresight: Proactively monitor, deconstruct, and interpret the latest legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments in federal and state income, gift, and estate tax law. Develop a nuanced understanding of their implications for high-net-worth individuals, with a primary emphasis on income tax planning and its intricate interplay with broader estate and gift planning strategies.
• Expert Advisory & Client Solutions: Serve as a critical resource for Goldman Sachs-Ayco Advisors, providing timely, precise, and authoritative guidance on complex client issues related to income tax compliance and strategic planning. Participate in high-stakes client and advisor teleconferences, effectively articulating intricate tax concepts and proposing innovative, bespoke planning solutions tailored to individual client needs.
• Intellectual Capital & Thought Leadership: Contribute significantly to the firm's intellectual capital by developing and updating premier educational materials, including client-facing "Insight" memos and internally directed Technical Advisory and training memos. Play a key role in creating and potentially leading training seminars and teleconferences, elevating the tax proficiency of our financial advisors and internal teams.
• Collaborative Research & Support: Provide essential research support to Tax Policy & Research peers, fostering a collaborative environment dedicated to comprehensive tax analysis and strategic problem-solving across the group.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERTISE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a highly analytical and articulate professional with a deep passion for tax law and its application to complex wealth management scenarios. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication skills, poised to make a significant impact on our client relationships and strategic objectives.

• Academic Foundation: Possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution, providing a robust legal framework essential for sophisticated tax analysis.
• Specialized Experience: Bring 2-3 years of progressive, hands-on experience in federal income tax compliance and planning, specifically with high-net-worth individuals, demonstrating a practical understanding of sophisticated tax strategies and their application.
• Exceptional Communication & Advisory Skills: Exhibit superior written and verbal communication skills, coupled with the confidence and clarity required for effective oral advisory and educational responsibilities in high-stakes environments.
• Analytical Acumen: Demonstrate excellent analytical skills, capable of deconstructing complex tax statutes, identifying their underlying implications, and applying them to diverse and intricate client scenarios.
• Detail-Oriented & Organized: Possess meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills, ensuring accuracy, precision, and efficiency in all deliverables and client interactions.
• Continuous Learner & Proactive: Be an independent and proactive learner with an unwavering desire to continuously develop and maintain expertise in the rapidly evolving tax landscape, staying at the forefront of industry changes.
• Collaborative Team Player: Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment, contributing to shared goals, leveraging collective expertise, and fostering a supportive and productive work culture.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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Salary Range

The expected base salary for this Albany, New York, United States-based position is $60000-$100000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits

Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here