AT&T · 1 month ago
Tax Policy Manager
Dallas, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$119K/yr - $178K/yr
5+ years expAT&T is a leading telecommunications company that empowers leaders to drive change in a connected world. The Tax Policy Manager plays a critical role in advocating for tax legislation impacting the telecommunications industry, serving as a liaison between various departments and providing strategic guidance during legislative sessions.
CollaborationCommunications InfrastructureMobileService IndustryTelecommunicationsWireless
Responsibilities
Review, analyze, and prioritize tax-related bills and legislative proposals across all states and tax types, identifying risks and opportunities affecting the business
Draft bill summaries, position statements, and advocacy materials for use by External Affairs and Public Affairs teams. Form teams within Tax to understand each issue and its value
Provide real-time support and technical expertise during legislative sessions, including rapid bill interpretation and solution development
Develop ongoing proactive objectives based on understanding the issues with compliance, audits, and planning
Compile weekly and quarterly legislative reports using workflow systems
Strategic Forecasting & Policy Development
Communicate moving legislation to appropriate tax teams and forecast quarterly ETR (Effective Tax Rate) and cash tax impacts of proposed and pending legislation
Develop talking points, draft legislative language, and assist in the creation and advancement of proactive tax policy initiatives
Understand the proactive and reactive policy objectives and issues
Evaluate legislative and regulatory proposals for impacts across income, property, sales/transaction tax, telecom fees, regulatory surcharges, and emerging taxes
Serve as a single point of coordination for tax-related legislative matters, partnering closely with subject matter experts and business leaders
Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with industry peers, national tax organizations, and coalition partners
Represent the company at State Chamber of Commerce meetings, national tax forums, and coalition-building activities
Monitor and report on emerging state and national tax issues, trends, and threats to company interests
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) desired
5+ years of related experience
Certification is required in some areas
Preferred
5+ years of experience in state and local tax policy, legislative analysis, or corporate state tax roles (telecom, cable, or regulated industries preferred but not required)
Demonstrated experience with multi-state legislative processes and advocacy
Proven track record of bill analysis, tax modeling, and drafting legislative or regulatory language
Exceptional analytical and research skills; able to interpret complex tax legislation across multiple jurisdictions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear and persuasive advocacy materials
Strong relationship-building and coalition management skills
Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines during peak legislative season
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PowerBI, Artificial Intelligence
Existing relationships with state policymakers, national tax organizations (e.g., NCSL, COST, CTIA, Streamlined Sales Tax Board, NESTOA), and industry peers
Experience representing corporate interests in public forums and legislative hearings
Familiarity with telecom and technology sector tax issues
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories
AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Company
AT&T
AT&T is a telecommunications company that provides wireless communications, internet and digital television services.
10001+ employees
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