Director, Tax Planning

About the role

The Director, Tax Planning will play a critical and strategic role in developing and executing tax-efficient strategies across a wide range of domestic and international transactions. This individual will partner closely with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives while managing tax risk and maintaining REIT compliance. This role requires a technically strong, business-oriented professional with deep experience in REIT and corporate tax matters, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, deal-driven environment. The position includes responsibility for mentoring junior team members and may include direct supervisory responsibility. Key responsibilities include: Planning and execution of tax structuring efforts related to acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and joint ventures Partner with Acquisitions, Asset Management, Accounting, and Legal to develop and implement tax-efficient transaction structures Prepare tax modeling, technical analyses, and written memoranda for complex REIT structures (e.g., RIDEA/TRS, PropCo/OpCo, partnerships, B2B arrangements) Support transaction diligence and execution, including review of deal structures and coordination with advisors Closely collaborate with Tax Accounting and Tax Compliance to ensure accurate and timely reporting of planning positions Assist in monitoring REIT income and asset tests, including tracking intercompany income streams, and income and asset mix considerations Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and communicate regularly with business executives and department leaders Manage relationships with outside advisors to ensure timely, budget-aligned delivery of tax, valuation, and related services Support preparation of REIT representation letters and supporting analyses, as well as annual certifications and tax-related public disclosures Prepare transfer pricing analyses supporting intercompany arrangements; assist with transfer pricing documentation and data gathering