Job Description

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 from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionizing how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape.

At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges -- we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities.

Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we!

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 not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here.

The Work You'll Do:

The Regulatory Counsel is primarily responsible to provide substantive research and analysis of transaction tax laws across the globe by proactively and continually 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.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

More specifically, you will:

• Proactively and continually monitor legislative and regulatory developments in the field of transaction tax worldwide, with special emphasis on how such changes may impact Sovos’ systems
• Determine the impact of legislative and regulatory changes on Sovos’ systems and provide detailed, timely and accurate information regarding those changes to the Regulatory Content Team, in order to include those changes in the Sovos systems
• Support the Marketing group by providing tax-centric marketing material and webinar participation
• Research issues and determining the proper tax treatment with respect to monthly new content projects
• Apply multiple research related tools and techniques and able to clearly and accurately communicate legal analysis and findings using appropriate legal citations
• Explain complex tax rules in clear language for tax and non-tax professionals both internally and externally
• Develop and foster professional relationships with high level tax administrators across the globe
• Research and analyze client inquiries regarding the taxability of specific transactions under applicable state or national law and then provide a clear and detailed response, either written or verbally depending on the circumstances
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Act with integrity and demonstrates ethical behavior in all matters with all stakeholders
• Take full responsibility for ensuring internal and external customer satisfaction
• Demonstrate initiative, drive and determination to achieve results, success and growth
• Maintain a high level of energy, enthusiasm, engagement and commitment to action
• Develop trust and models open, candid, respectful communication and collaborative teamwork
• Demonstrate a high degree of self-awareness and commitment to personal development and learning
• Support the Sales team by discussing tax issues and system abilities with prospects
• Independently produce coherent and complete research memoranda that demonstrate to a senior reviewer that an issue was understood, thoroughly researched, and accurately answered
• Support Product Management and Development teams in defining requirements and providing tax scenarios
• Play a supporting role in larger departmental initiatives
• Analyze and respond to client inquiries in a thoughtful, concise, and accurate manner
• Develop professional relationships with governmental tax authorities
• Successfully lead and manage new content research initiatives
• Act as an informal or formal mentor to junior colleagues
• Participate in the Regulatory Counsel boot camp by designing and/or delivering training programs (as needed)
• Prepare for and participate in client conference calls
• Independently account 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 state (pending bar admissions are acceptable)
• Proficiency in legislative tracking and tax research techniques
• Thorough understanding of the complexities that exist in your assigned jurisdictions
• Detailed understanding of Sovos product and service offerings and how Tax interrelates with other departments
• Mastery of all of your jurisdictional responsibilities
• Excellent research, analysis and writing skills are an absolute must
• Ability to read, interpret and understand tax related postings and documents is critical
• Attention to detail is a must
• Additional language skills strongly preferred
• Minimal travel required to Sovos locations and events
• Essential Job Functions
  - Interact effectively with teammates, colleagues and customers 
  - Comprehend and communicate complex concepts
  - Concentrate, analyze and resolve complex problems
  - Utilize technology (e.g. phone systems, computer hardware and software applications) to fulfill work requirements 

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 where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, 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. Purpose-built for always-on compliance capabilities, our scalable IT-driven solutions meet the demands of an evolving and complex global regulatory landscape. Sovos' cloud-based software platform provides an unparalleled level of integration with business applications and government compliance processes.

More than 100,000 customers in 100+ countries -- including half the Fortune 500 -- trust Sovos for their compliance needs. Sovos annually processes more than three billion transactions across 19,000 global tax jurisdictions. Bolstered by a robust partner program more than 400 strong, Sovos brings to bear an unrivaled global network for companies across industries and geographies. Founded in 1979, Sovos has operations across the Americas and Europe, and is owned by Hg and TA Associates. For more information visit http://www.sovos.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.