Vice President - Business Incentives Advisory (2521)
Chicago, IL
TAX - Business Incentives

Job Description and Requirements
At Duff & Phelps, we work with excellence in many areas of financial advisory and investment banking services, from M&A to valuation. The best part? The way we bring our unique insight to all of them. Our professionals bring practical experience, responsiveness and a collaborative approach to satisfy our clients' needs with the rigor and independence that the market demands.

Duff & Phelps is one of the world's leading independent financial advisory firms. Our growing global presence attracts independent professionals who think outside the continent, while our entrepreneurial approach ensures each new mind makes a difference. What unites us? It's more than a job- it's an outlook.

If you're looking for a welcoming, diverse atmosphere, as well as the tools and support to foster your career, look to Duff & Phelps. We offer it all, plus the benefits and competitive compensation you expect as a professional. Bring your talent and motivation, and we'll provide you the means for success.

Within Tax, our Business Incentives Advisory practice will assist companies in accessing the myriad of tax and other financial incentives offered by state and local governments in return for their investment initiatives and economic activity. We are currently looking for a Vice President level candidate to join our Business Incentives Advisory practice.

Responsibilities:
  • Creating and executing negotiating strategies on behalf of clients seeking credits and grants for projects within the multi-state region
  • Directing staff as necessary in research, analysis and report preparation, application writing and other relevant tasks
  • Presenting client projects to government officials and leading discussions with clients regarding relevant incentives programs and the process involved in qualifying
  • Preparing and presenting proposals and qualifications to prospective clients
  • Preparing and presenting comprehensive reports regarding the potential financial incentives available, given the client's facts

Requirements:
  • Working knowledge of the financial incentives (both statutory and discretionary in nature) available in the multi-state region
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within an economic development agency, a state tax agency or within a practice devoted exclusively to Credits and Grants advice
  • Experience with structuring federal financial incentives such as New Market Tax Credits, Clean Renewable Energy Bonds, direct loans and loan guarantees
  • Experience with clean energy and/or renewable energy projects
  • Superior analytical and problem solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and client relationships skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Dedication to teamwork
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with focus on Word and Excel
  • Ability to adapt to dynamic client demands
  • Flexibility to travel, as needed
  • Supervisory experience
  • Proven track record relevant to previous work experience
Duff & Phelps is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We will not discriminate between applications for reason of gender, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or disability.

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