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General Attorney (Tax) - Senior Counsel (INTL)

Internal Revenue Service

Washington, DC · Senior

$147,945 – $197,200

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

A senior attorney role in the IRS's international tax division, handling complex cross-border tax matters, treaty issues, and litigation support. This position suits experienced tax lawyers ready to lead projects and provide strategic guidance on novel international revenue law questions.

Our summary, not Internal Revenue Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws from ABA-accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth
  • 1 year of general legal experience
  • 3 years of professional legal tax experience in international tax
  • 1 year of experience equivalent to GS-14 federal position

Nice to have

  • Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Tax
  • Experience with tax treaties
  • Experience with anti-deferral provisions
  • Experience with foreign tax credits and income sourcing
  • Experience with cross-border mergers and acquisitions
  • Experience with transfer pricing
  • Experience with banking and financial products international tax issues

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