Vice President, Tax Attorney

Our Company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $205 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2024. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets, and listed equities. The firm has over 1,200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com.

Responsibilities

As part of the Global Tax Structuring team, the individual will have responsibility for U.S. and other global tax structuring and legal matters. Responsibilities include:

• Advising Oaktree stakeholders and investment professionals with respect to new product tax structuring, fund formation and launch and tax considerations relevant to strategic client partnerships.
• Supporting the investment process in connection with transactions undertaken by Oaktree managed funds including mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, reorganizations, spin-offs, and debt and equity financings.
• Advising on tax aspects of strategic initiatives and transactions, including corporate tax matters, complex partnerships and ad-hoc tax advisory projects.
• Assisting with IRS and state audit management; and
• Performing other tasks and projects as necessary.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years legal experience within tax with a law firm and/or within the financial services or asset management industry;
• Strong understanding of US partnership and corporate tax law as well as rules applicable to US and non-US taxable and tax-exempt investors;
• Proven capability in analyzing complex data, evaluating information and drawing logical conclusions;
• Demonstrated ability to identify key issues and propose solutions; and
• Track record in planning and project management and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• Maintains at all times a high level of integrity and professionalism;
• Is highly organized and detail-oriented, with focus on developing and improving efficient processes;
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a small team and speak in large group settings;
• Has ability to resolve demanding situations with internal clients in a professional manner;
• Is able to work in a collaborative manner with other members of the global staff in Legal, Compliance, Tax & Treasury, Accounting, Operations and other departments;
• Exercises good business judgment and is aware of when it is necessary to escalate issues;
• Is a self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision, and
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook and other business software.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and JD or an equivalent law degree is required.

Base Salary Range

$170,000-$250,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement.  The base salary offered will be commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as prior training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.