HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions)
Associate Legal Counsel - Tax and Business
HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions), Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Associate Legal Counsel - Tax and Business
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About The Job We’re seeking a highly motivated Associate Counsel to join our dynamic legal team at Hopper. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, cutting‑edge tax matters in the digital travel and e‑commerce space. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience at a top‑tier law firm and/or in‑house legal department, with a strong preference for those who have worked in technology, online services, or platform‑based industries.
Responsibilities
Serve as primary legal advisor on U.S. and international tax matters, providing guidance on the application of VAT, sales and use tax, and other indirect tax regimes affecting the company’s global operations.
Analyze the tax implications of pricing, fee structures, and marketplace transactions, monitoring evolving legislation and regulatory changes in key markets.
Partner closely with external advisors, finance, and compliance teams to ensure tax policies and reporting practices align with legal obligations and business goals.
Manage audits, inquiries, and correspondence with tax authorities.
Structure intercompany transactions and transfer pricing arrangements, advising on internal cost allocations, service agreements, and intellectual property transfers between business entities.
Assist in the development and implementation of tax governance frameworks, internal controls, and compliance processes.
Qualifications & Background Requirements
J.D. or LL.M. obtained in the United States.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an in‑house position, government, and/or law firm practice.
Experience advising a wide range of industries, including consumer products and technology services, on complex tax matters.
Perks and Benefits
Well‑funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary and pre‑IPO equity packages.
Unlimited PTO.
Carrot Cash travel stipend.
Access to co‑working space on demand through FlexDesk and work‑from‑home stipend.
Generous parental leave above industry standards.
Entrepreneurial culture encouraging risk‑taking.
Open communication with management and leadership.
Small, dynamic teams for massive impact.
100% employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
Access to Disability & Life insurance.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
DCA/FSA and access to 401(k) plan.
More About Hopper At Hopper, we are on a mission to become the leading travel platform globally—powering our mobile app, website, and B2B business, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions). By leveraging massive amounts of data and advanced machine learning algorithms, Hopper combines its world‑class travel agency offering with proprietary fintech products to bring transparency, flexibility and savings to travelers worldwide. The Hopper platform serves hundreds of millions of travelers globally and continues to capture market share. The Hopper app has been downloaded over 120 million times, largely popular among Gen Z and millennials.
Hopper has grown into a travel fintech provider, commerce platform, and global travel agency that powers some of the world’s largest brands. Through HTS, our B2B division, the company supercharges partners’ direct channels by integrating our fintech products on their sites or powering end‑to‑end travel portals.
Key statistics: billions of dollars of travel and fintech are sold through Hopper and HTS each year; our fintech products have exceptionally strong CSAT; almost 30 percent of app customers purchase at least one fintech product. Hopper was named the number one most innovative company in travel by Fast Company; it is the number three largest online travel agency in North America.
Founded with over 750 million dollars in private capital, Hopper continues to excel in the travel industry. Join us in reshaping travel for the next generation.
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About The Job We’re seeking a highly motivated Associate Counsel to join our dynamic legal team at Hopper. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, cutting‑edge tax matters in the digital travel and e‑commerce space. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience at a top‑tier law firm and/or in‑house legal department, with a strong preference for those who have worked in technology, online services, or platform‑based industries.
Responsibilities
Serve as primary legal advisor on U.S. and international tax matters, providing guidance on the application of VAT, sales and use tax, and other indirect tax regimes affecting the company’s global operations.
Analyze the tax implications of pricing, fee structures, and marketplace transactions, monitoring evolving legislation and regulatory changes in key markets.
Partner closely with external advisors, finance, and compliance teams to ensure tax policies and reporting practices align with legal obligations and business goals.
Manage audits, inquiries, and correspondence with tax authorities.
Structure intercompany transactions and transfer pricing arrangements, advising on internal cost allocations, service agreements, and intellectual property transfers between business entities.
Assist in the development and implementation of tax governance frameworks, internal controls, and compliance processes.
Qualifications & Background Requirements
J.D. or LL.M. obtained in the United States.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an in‑house position, government, and/or law firm practice.
Experience advising a wide range of industries, including consumer products and technology services, on complex tax matters.
Perks and Benefits
Well‑funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary and pre‑IPO equity packages.
Unlimited PTO.
Carrot Cash travel stipend.
Access to co‑working space on demand through FlexDesk and work‑from‑home stipend.
Generous parental leave above industry standards.
Entrepreneurial culture encouraging risk‑taking.
Open communication with management and leadership.
Small, dynamic teams for massive impact.
100% employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
Access to Disability & Life insurance.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
DCA/FSA and access to 401(k) plan.
More About Hopper At Hopper, we are on a mission to become the leading travel platform globally—powering our mobile app, website, and B2B business, HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions). By leveraging massive amounts of data and advanced machine learning algorithms, Hopper combines its world‑class travel agency offering with proprietary fintech products to bring transparency, flexibility and savings to travelers worldwide. The Hopper platform serves hundreds of millions of travelers globally and continues to capture market share. The Hopper app has been downloaded over 120 million times, largely popular among Gen Z and millennials.
Hopper has grown into a travel fintech provider, commerce platform, and global travel agency that powers some of the world’s largest brands. Through HTS, our B2B division, the company supercharges partners’ direct channels by integrating our fintech products on their sites or powering end‑to‑end travel portals.
Key statistics: billions of dollars of travel and fintech are sold through Hopper and HTS each year; our fintech products have exceptionally strong CSAT; almost 30 percent of app customers purchase at least one fintech product. Hopper was named the number one most innovative company in travel by Fast Company; it is the number three largest online travel agency in North America.
Founded with over 750 million dollars in private capital, Hopper continues to excel in the travel industry. Join us in reshaping travel for the next generation.
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