Tax Policy Manager

** Overall

Purpose:

** The Tax Policy Manager plays a mission-critical role in advocating for tax legislation across all corporate tax types impacting the telecommunications industry.  This individual will serve as a key liaison between all areas of the Tax department, External Affairs, Public Policy, Public Affairs, and industry peers providing rapid, comprehensive analysis and strategic guidance during legislative sessions and planning during off-season.

The successful candidate will possess broad knowledge of the legislative process, state taxation, policy, advocacy, and skills with technology (AI, Power

BI dashboards) with the ability to operate in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

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* Key Roles and Responsibilities:

** Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
* 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, Power

BI, 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
* 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
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