Sr Tax Law Analyst

Title: Sr Tax Law Analyst

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Taxation

Location: Main Street Center

Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Tax Legislation Division within the Office of Tax Policy of the Virginia Department of Taxation is seeking a policy, legal or other professional to serve as a Senior Tax Law Analyst. In this role, you will provide staff support to the Tax Commissioner and the executive and legislative branches of state government through the development of tax policy, application of existing policy, analysis of pending state and federal legislation and litigation, and formulation or review of potential executive or legislative initiatives, and serve as a resource/liaison on highly technical and complex tax issues with persons and groups, both within and outside the agency.


The responsibilities of this position include:


Provide expertise in several of over 30 taxes administered by Virginia Tax or local jurisdictions, including the retail sales & use tax, corporate and individual income taxes, pass-through entity taxation, tobacco taxes, and the business, professional and occupational license tax

Researching tax laws, regulations, administrative determinations, and case law to determine the applicable law and tax policy

Working independently and as part of a team on the development of guidelines and rules, tax bulletins, tax regulations, and other guidance documents.

Researching and drafting fiscal impact statements, amendments, and legislation, working closely with economists in our Economic Analysis division.

Identifying policy changes and new policies that are needed.

Answering technical questions for internal and external customers in a clear and concise manner, understandable to the requester.

Demonstrating initiative in creating, analyzing, and researching new and innovative programs, methods, and techniques that may improve office and agency operations.

Working effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve complex issues and ensure consistency in tax application and policy

Communicating with stakeholders and tax professionals to ensure issues are understood and responses are technically accurate.

Identifying, analyzing, and communicating to the appropriate party any issues that could potentially affect Virginia tax policy structure.

Exercise end-to-end ownership of work products, from initial research through final deliverables, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and coordination with all relevant stakeholders.




This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule with 2 days remote and 3 days in office per week.

This position is located in our Main Street Center office in Richmond, Virginia.

The anticipated start date for this position will be early summer of 2026.

Depending on the experience, knowledge, skill and ability, this position could be hired as a Tax Law Analyst or a Senior Tax Law Analyst.

Because this position requires regular in-office work 3 days per week, candidates should consider the commute when applying. To support work-life balance and job satisfaction, we strongly encourage applicants to live within a reasonable distance of Richmond or be willing to relocate to the area.

The anticipated hiring range is commensurate with experience up to $100,000




As a member of our team, you can expect additional benefits such as: 

Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.

12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave! 

Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.

Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Participation in the Virginia Retirement System,