DLA Piper is seeking a highly motivated International Tax Associate to join our dynamic Tax Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated cross border matters within a collaborative, global platform. What You’ll Do. You will play a key role in supporting clients on complex, multi-jurisdictional tax matters, including:International structuring and cross border transactional planning. Managing large, multi-country projects and coordinating with global teams. Advising on U.S. and international tax technical issues. Taking on meaningful client responsibilities early in your career. What We’re Looking For. We’re seeking candidates with 3-6 years of international tax experience who demonstrate strong technical excellence, practical judgment, and the ability to manage sophisticated workstreams. Ideal candidates bring knowledge and experience across several of the following areas:U.S. and global international tax rules (including sourcing rules, ECI, foreign tax credits)Income tax treaties and permanent establishment issues. Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, BEAT - Withholding tax considerations. Tax free reorganizations, IP planning, and cost sharing arrangements. OECD BEPS frameworks, Cb. C reporting, and related foreign legislation (e.g., UK anti hybrid rules, DPT; Australia MAAL)U.S. and global transfer pricing documentation requirements. International provisions of U.S. tax reform Familiarity with financial statements and modeling is a plus. Responsibilities. Responsibilities as an Associate will vary based on level of experience and specific practice group. Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy. Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence. Case/ Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/ Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement. Internal/ External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients. Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc. Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents. Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills. Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities. Desired Skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail. Good business and professional judgment. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively and independently. Conceptual thinking. Persuasive communication. Management skills. Minimum Education. JD - Degree from an accredited law school. Certifications. Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing. Essential Job Expectations. While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;Foster positive work relationships;Comply with all firm policies and practices;Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.