Project Manager, Legal & Tax

The Voleon Group is a technology company that applies state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques to real-world problems in finance. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager, Legal & Tax to lead cross-functional initiatives related to tax planning, compliance, corporate structuring, and regulatory matters, while partnering with teams across the company to coordinate complex projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of tax and legal projects, defining objectives, timelines, budgets, and success metrics
• Develop detailed project plans; establish clear ownership and prioritization; monitor progress and report status to senior stakeholders
• Manage outside tax counsel and other advisors, including scoping engagements, tracking deliverables, and monitoring spend against budget
• Document and improve legal and tax processes; design operating models for new structures, regulatory requirements, and compliance initiatives; identify opportunities for efficiency and risk reduction
• Communicate clearly with senior leadership, providing concise updates, sound recommendations, and managing change to ensure adoption of new processes
• Mentor junior team members or analysts supporting legal and tax workstreams
• Provide additional support to the broader Legal team on operational or strategic initiatives as needed

Requirements:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in project management
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments, including coordination with outside counsel
• Bachelor's degree required; JD, CPA, MBA, or other advanced degree a plus
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Exposure to the following is a plus, but not required: tax, legal operations, or related functions, ideally within a hedge fund, asset manager, law firm, or professional services environment