Lateral Associate - Tax (New York)

Sullivan & Cromwell is seeking experienced associates to join the Firm's Tax Group. Ideal candidates should have at least two years of experience working in the tax practice at a comparable law firm.

This is an opportunity for experienced lawyers, and as such, current law students are not eligible for consideration for this particular role.

About the Tax Group:

Sullivan & Cromwell’s Tax Group has earned a global reputation for innovative tax planning and developing solutions that are tax-efficient and practical. We offer decades of experience negotiating and structuring the tax aspects of some of the most complex corporate transactions. Our practice is distinguished by the depth of our team and our attention to client service.

Our lawyers in the United States, Paris and London work closely with our other leading practice areas—including M&A, Capital Markets and Financial Services—to advise on tax matters arising in some of the highest-profile transactions. We develop trusted partnerships with our clients, provide ongoing advice and follow-up post-closing as needed.

Salary

The associate base salary is tied to assigned associate class year. The standard scale is included below.

• 1st year (Class of 2025): $235,000

• 2nd year (Class of 2024): $245,000

• 3rd year (Class of 2023): $270,000

• 4th year (Class of 2022): $320,000

• 5th year (Class of 2021): $385,000

• 6th year (Class of 2020): $410,000

• 7th year (Class of 2019): $440,000

• 8th year (Class of 2018): $455,000

• 9th year (Class of 2017): $455,000

It is the Firm’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. The Firm does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or a related medical condition), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, past, current or prospective military service, protected hairstyles or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

The Firm will make reasonable accommodations to eligible individuals with known disabilities, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or for religious observance, to the extent required by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.