Fay Servicing
SVP, Tax Counsel
Fay Servicing, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
The Fay Group originated in 2008, is a full-scale real estate services company that offers mortgage servicing, property renovations, business purpose lending, insurance, and more to homeowners, investors, and clients nationwide. Fay handles a wide range of mortgage loan solutions for prospective homeowners with varying credit histories and also offers refinancing for existing mortgages.The Fay Group is made up of separate business units offering a complete range of home ownership products and services that provide customers with solutions to navigate the challenges of home ownership while helping them build toward their long-term financial goals.Come join us on our journey to serve our customers and be the leader in our industry! We are currently looking for an
SVP, Tax Counsel
to join our team!The SVP, Tax Counsel provides legal guidance to the Executive Team to support business strategies using their knowledge of tax law, finance, transactions and accounting to maximize business opportunities and effectively manage the company’s tax and transaction obligations. This role requires a well-developed legal background in corporate, partnership and real estate tax. Experience with banking, consumer lending, consumer finance or residential mortgage servicing industries preferred.What you will do for Fay:Responsible for providing guidance and consultation to support the management and oversight of tax related matters for Fay’s companies.Research, analyze, understand and interpret tax laws, regulatory changes and related legal developments to provide guidance for tax planning transactions, execution of business strategies and ensure compliance.Provide hands-on, real-time legal consultation and advice on tax rules, concerns and implications to the executive team, business leadership and finance to decision deal parameters.Assist with structuring and review of tax provisions included in complex contracts, preparing transaction documents and deal agreements to ensure appropriate tax treatment and to optimize financial opportunities.Prepare models, draft exhibits and craft amendments as required.Collaborate effectively with cross functional teams to include Finance, Business Development and Compliance.Stay current on tax laws, monitor legal trends, track proposed tax legislation and advise on new practices; proactively alert and communicate updates to business leaders, finance, compliance and other internal stakeholders for current and future businesses.Serve as a SME, effectively breaking down and communicating complex technical tax issues to senior management and internal stakeholders.Provide training and mentoring to legal colleagues.Manage outside counsel relationships as needed to ensure cost effective and efficient use of resources.Ensure compliance with Fay’s policies, processes, and practices.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.What you will bring to Fay:Juris Doctorate Degree (JD) and a member of the State Bar in good standingActive license to practice law in relevant jurisdictions or capable of meeting admission requirements10+ years legal experience in tax coupled with real estate, banking, consumer lending or mortgage industry experience10+ years as a practicing tax attorney to include Corporate and Partnership tax with a strong transactional tax backgroundDegree in Tax Accounting or Finance preferred; CPA preferredStrong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate at C-Suite levelStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships across the organizationDemonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities coupled with strong analytical skills and sound judgementStrong attention to detail; strong quality and compliance orientationProficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; self-sufficiency from an administrative perspectiveDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion are deeply embedded into our way of working at Fay. We believe that the best ideas come from having a team that is diverse in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to ensure each of our employees feels valued, respected, included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at Fay.
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SVP, Tax Counsel
to join our team!The SVP, Tax Counsel provides legal guidance to the Executive Team to support business strategies using their knowledge of tax law, finance, transactions and accounting to maximize business opportunities and effectively manage the company’s tax and transaction obligations. This role requires a well-developed legal background in corporate, partnership and real estate tax. Experience with banking, consumer lending, consumer finance or residential mortgage servicing industries preferred.What you will do for Fay:Responsible for providing guidance and consultation to support the management and oversight of tax related matters for Fay’s companies.Research, analyze, understand and interpret tax laws, regulatory changes and related legal developments to provide guidance for tax planning transactions, execution of business strategies and ensure compliance.Provide hands-on, real-time legal consultation and advice on tax rules, concerns and implications to the executive team, business leadership and finance to decision deal parameters.Assist with structuring and review of tax provisions included in complex contracts, preparing transaction documents and deal agreements to ensure appropriate tax treatment and to optimize financial opportunities.Prepare models, draft exhibits and craft amendments as required.Collaborate effectively with cross functional teams to include Finance, Business Development and Compliance.Stay current on tax laws, monitor legal trends, track proposed tax legislation and advise on new practices; proactively alert and communicate updates to business leaders, finance, compliance and other internal stakeholders for current and future businesses.Serve as a SME, effectively breaking down and communicating complex technical tax issues to senior management and internal stakeholders.Provide training and mentoring to legal colleagues.Manage outside counsel relationships as needed to ensure cost effective and efficient use of resources.Ensure compliance with Fay’s policies, processes, and practices.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.What you will bring to Fay:Juris Doctorate Degree (JD) and a member of the State Bar in good standingActive license to practice law in relevant jurisdictions or capable of meeting admission requirements10+ years legal experience in tax coupled with real estate, banking, consumer lending or mortgage industry experience10+ years as a practicing tax attorney to include Corporate and Partnership tax with a strong transactional tax backgroundDegree in Tax Accounting or Finance preferred; CPA preferredStrong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate at C-Suite levelStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships across the organizationDemonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities coupled with strong analytical skills and sound judgementStrong attention to detail; strong quality and compliance orientationProficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; self-sufficiency from an administrative perspectiveDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion are deeply embedded into our way of working at Fay. We believe that the best ideas come from having a team that is diverse in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to ensure each of our employees feels valued, respected, included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at Fay.
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