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Director, Tax Strategy (San Francisco)
Director, Tax Strategy (San Francisco)Cresset • San Francisco, CA, US
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Director, Tax Strategy (San Francisco)

Director, Tax Strategy (San Francisco)

Cresset • San Francisco, CA, US
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About Cresset

Cresset is a firm built by clients, for clients. As an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm, we are reimagining the way wealth is experienced. Our purpose is to help ensure that both wealth and life are fully optimizedintegrated, intentional, and aligned with each clients vision of success.

We provide access to the caliber of talent, ideas, and investment opportunities typically available to the largest single-family offices and institutions. Our approach is personalized, entrepreneurial, and client-first.

Proudly owned by our clients and employees, Cresset was built to endure. We are creating a 100+ year firmone focused on delivering an exceptional experience, not only for the families we serve but for the team that serves them. Recognized by Barrons and Forbes among the nations top RIA firms, and as one of the industrys best places to work,

  • Cresset is guided by long-term relationships, shared success, and a belief that wealth should serve a life well lived.

Position Summary

Cresset is seeking a Director of Tax Strategy to join our Tax Strategy team. This is a high-impact, client-facing advisory role focused exclusively on sophisticated income tax planning for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals and families. As a senior member of the team, the Director will design and implement advanced tax mitigation strategies that integrate with clients broader estate, investment, and philanthropic objectives.

This is a purely advisory position, with no responsibility for client tax return preparation or compliance work. The Director will engage directly with Cressets most complex clients, their family offices, external advisors, and internal stakeholders to provide deep technical insights and strategic guidance across a wide range of income tax matters. Areas of focus will include individual, trust, and pass-through entity taxation; planning for concentrated stock positions and equity compensation; and structuring family offices and closely held businesses.

Beyond technical expertise, the ideal candidate will bring a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for building and scaling a best-in-class tax strategy offering. This role offers the opportunity to shape the evolution of the teams capabilities, contribute to thought leadership, and elevate the client experience. The Director will report directly to the Managing Director, Head of Tax Strategy, and will be instrumental in shaping the long-term vision and growth of the tax practice within a dynamic and fast-growing organization.

Open to other locations including : New York, Denver, Minnetonka, West Palm Beach, San Francisco, and Denver.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis of individual, trust, partnership, and corporate income tax issues relevant to UHNW clients.
  • Evaluate clients existing entity structures, including family limited partnerships and LLCs, to identify planning opportunities and risks.
  • Design and assess advanced income tax planning strategies, philanthropic planning, and planning for concentrated stock positions, incentive benefits, non-qualified stock options (NQSOs), incentive stock options (ISOs), and restricted stock.
  • Build and review complex spreadsheets to model cash flows and income tax consequences of current and proposed planning strategies.
  • Independently review planning documents (e.g., deal structures, operating agreements, equity compensation plans) and provide strategic feedback and recommendations.
  • Translate complex tax and planning concepts into actionable insights for clients, helping them understand their options and make informed decisions.
  • Work closely with internal estate planning attorneys and other specialists to deliver integrated, high-impact tax strategies.
  • Leverage your professional network to raise the profile of Cresset Capital in the UHNW market, particularly among attorneys, accountants, and other centers of influence.
  • Qualifications :

  • JD or CPA required
  • Additional advanced degrees or certifications preferred (LLM, MS in Tax, CFA, MBA)
  • 8+ years of experience at a law firm, accounting firm, or in-house tax department; wealth management or family office experience strongly preferred.
  • Significant experience working with UHNW clients and family offices
  • Deep knowledge of personal, trust, partnership, and corporate income tax disciplines
  • Expertise in family entities, wealth transfer planning, philanthropic strategies, and executive compensation planning
  • Strong modeling skills using Excel or similar tools to analyze tax and cash flow implications
  • Skilled at working with a high degree of autonomy, setting priorities, and managing deadlines
  • Strong project coordination and organizational skills
  • Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, polished, poised, and professional demeanor
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with a passion for delivering exceptional client service
  • What We Offer :

    At Cresset, we focus on people first. As a service business, our people are our assets. Engaging our clients and employees is our highest priority. Starting base salary range : $175,000 - $200,000. Salary will be based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, licenses / certifications, industry knowledge, and geographic location. Cresset offers a competitive compensation package including an annual incentive and a benefits package to all full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, health savings accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, voluntary critical and accident insurance, and pre-tax parking and transportation programs. Aligning employee and organizational interests, all employees receive equity in Cresset.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    It is the policy of Cresset to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is Cressets policy to comply with applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities, including reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.

  • Disclosures related to awards, recognitions, and rankings available here .
  • Cresset refers to Cresset Capital Management, and all its respective subsidiaries and affiliates. Cresset Asset Management, LLC, also conducts advisory business under the names of Cresset Sports & Entertainment, CH Investment Partners, and Cresset Capital. Cresset provides investment advisory, family office, and other services to individuals, families, and institutional clients. Cresset also provides investment advisory services to investment vehicles investing in private equity, real estate, and other investment opportunities. Cresset Asset Management, LLC is an SEC registered investment advisor. SEC registration does not imply any specific level of skill or training

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