Senior Legal Counsel, Tax

Join our passionate and dedicated teams who are shaping the future of sound!

Who we are:

L-Acoustics is the industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of premium sound reinforcement technologies. Through our dedication to innovation and product design excellence, we shape the future of sound with technologies that enable audio professionals and artists all around the world to elevate the listener experience.

Founded in 1984 by L-Acoustics’ now President Christian Heil, the company has remained at the forefront of innovation in the live entertainment sound technology industry. Since its inception, L-Acoustics has grown to become a thriving, global, disruptive, innovative and agile organization continuously pushing the boundaries to envision the sound of tomorrow.

L-Acoustics strategically collaborates with a network of partners, distributors, and integrators across more than 80 countries, ensuring global coverage to meet the needs of our clients. To accommodate the scale of our operations, L-Acoustics established offices in France, Germany, the UK, the USA, and Singapore.

Presently, L-Acoustics unites a global workforce of more than 1,000 people who share a collective passion for sound, innovation, and advancing the frontiers of audio technology. This shared dedication drives the company's commitment to delivering sound systems that exhibit the highest, most consistent, and predictable performance levels in the market.

The context:

Over its 40 years of existence, L-Acoustics has emerged as the market leader in the pro audio technology industry. With yearly growth rates in the double digits, the company has been undergoing a deep transformation to adapt to the requirements of a mushrooming and global business. In this context, we are building out our legal team adding a foundational expertise in Tax to support our continuous growth.

The position:

As Senior Legal Counsel, Tax, you will play a pivotal role in providing guidance on tax-related matters while supporting M&A/corporate initiatives from feasibility studies to post-operation follow-up, encompassing due diligence, contractual negotiations, and expert management of external legal advisors.

Your responsibilities will include:

Tax:

• Offer expert advice on tax-efficient strategies aimed at minimizing tax liabilities and optimizing after-tax returns on investments.

• Generate and deliver comprehensive tax-related reports for senior management.

• Validate the accuracy of records and documents related to tax reporting, prepare tax returns, and ensure timely filing.

• Provide counsel on indirect taxation matters, including VAT, customs duties, environmental taxes, etc.

• Advise on transfer pricing.

• Manage relationship with tax authorities, address inquiries, engage in discussions or negotiations as needed.

• Identify opportunities and implement strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize the company's tax position across multiple jurisdictions.

• Establish, maintain, and document effective internal controls for the tax function.

• Stay abreast of changes in tax laws and regulations.

• Conduct thorough research on tax compliance issues at local, national and international levels.

• Manage local tax advisors as needed.

M&A/Corporate:

• Contribute to feasibility studies for various projects, including acquisition operations and disposals.

• Engage in due diligence processes and otherwise contribute to M&A projects, including the drafting and negotiation of contractual documentation.

Educational background, experience and skills:

• Completed a higher education in a French university with a strong academic background in tax and corporate law. 

• A minimum of 8 years of experience specializing in tax law, and ideally also in corporate law, gained both in a law firm and as an in-house practitioner.

• Demonstrated technical proficiency with a solid track record in international tax law and regulations, as well as experience in tax structuring, and providing support for M&A/corporate activities. 

• Fluent in French and English.

Personal characteristics:

• Excellent communication skills with the capability to interact and negotiate effectively with internal stakeholders and external authorities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Exhibit a quick learning ability and adaptability to a fast-paced work environment.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing legal landscapes and work effectively in a dynamic corporate environment.

• Showcase a hands-on approach with a proven history of success in collaborative team environments.

• Uphold the highest ethical standards in legal practice, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Location : 91460 – Marcoussis / 91300 – Massy.

Join our passionate and dedicated teams who are shaping the future of sound!