Senior Regulatory Counsel

Overview

Build your future with Sovos. If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance and helping businesses navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. We’re dedicated to solving compliance challenges and making a positive difference in personal, professional, and local communities. Our purpose-built systems provide tools to thrive in a world with increased visibility, faster reporting, and greater control over business processes.

Don’t worry if you don’t check all the boxes — apply anyway We’re focused on hiring the right people, not just the "right" resume. It’s about what you’re capable of doing here.

The Work You'll Do

The Senior Regulatory Counsel is primarily responsible for providing substantive research and analysis of transaction tax laws across the globe by monitoring legislative and regulatory developments. As part of the Regulatory Analysis team, you will provide the legal research behind the content in our tax calculation and compliance engines. This position is measured by delivering high quality, detailed tax analysis which is the cornerstone of our products and relied on by our customers.

More Specifically, You Will

• Proactively and continually monitor legislative and regulatory developments in the field of transaction tax worldwide, with emphasis on how changes may impact Sovos' systems
• Determine the impact of legislative and regulatory changes on Sovos' systems and provide detailed, timely information to the Regulatory Content Team
• Research issues and determine the proper tax treatment for monthly new content projects, applying multiple research tools and techniques
• Explain complex tax rules in clear language for tax and non-tax professionals, using appropriate legal citations
• Develop and foster professional relationships with high level tax administrators across the globe
• Research and analyze client inquiries regarding the taxability of specific transactions and provide clear, detailed responses
• Support the Sales team by discussing tax issues and system abilities with prospects, and support Marketing with tax-centric materials and webinars
• Work with Product Management and Development teams to define requirements and provide tax scenarios
• Lead distinct research projects and participate in larger departmental initiatives
• Review and evaluate the work of junior colleagues and mentor their development
• Participate in the Regulatory Counsel boot camp by designing or delivering training programs as needed
• Prepare for and participate in client conference calls, accounting for complex legal issues in Sovos technology products

What We Need From You

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the bar in at least one jurisdiction (pending bar admissions are acceptable)
• Proficiency in legislative tracking and tax research with excellent research, analysis and writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, teach, and review within the department
• Ability to read, interpret and understand tax postings and documents with strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively with teammates, colleagues and customers
• Additional language skills strongly preferred

What Does Sovos Offer You?

The tools to enhance your life — because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside

• Comprehensive Health benefits
• Meal Vouchers to assist with food expenses
• Bi-Weekly Meeting Free Days
• Mentoring Programs
• Globally recognized Training and Development programs
• Virtual English Club through Rosetta Stone, and more

Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. All employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.

Company Background

Sovos is a global provider of tax, compliance and trust solutions and services that enable businesses to navigate an increasingly regulated world with true confidence. Our cloud-based software platform provides integration with business applications and government compliance processes. More than 100,000 customers in 100+ countries rely on Sovos for their compliance needs. We process billions of transactions across 19,000 global tax jurisdictions. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. For more information visit and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Software Development

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sovos Latinoamérica.

Legal Counsel - Litigation LATAM (Brazil)

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---