Mr. Ramirez provides broad-based tax services to multinationals and LATAM family-owned businesses investing locally and globally.

New York, July 18, 2024 -- Alvarez & Marsal Tax, LLC (A&M Tax), an affiliate of leading global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), announced the appointment of Jose Manuel Ramirez as a Managing Director joining the Latin America Complex Transaction Tax team in New York. 

Mr. Ramirez brings over 30 years of experience advising multinationals on local, regional and global transactions encompassing domestic and international corporate and personal tax planning. He helps clients navigate centralized offshore treasury, cross-border transactions, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) issues along with managing indirect and excise duties, value chain optimization, site location, captive reinsurances, shared services centers, dispute and tax controversy resolution, and tax incentives projects.  

Jose Manuel’s experience with strategic tax services to large multinational companies and LATAM family-owned businesses, aligns with the expansion of the US based team of professionals serving the Latin American region and complements the ongoing investment in talent at the local level as well. Mr. Ramirez will work closely with Managing Director Alfonso A-Pallete who joined the firm in 2022.

Ernie Perez, Managing Director and Global Practice Leader of A&M Tax, said, “Jose Manuel’s background aligns with A&M’s operational heritage, and we were captivated by his commitment to exceptional client service. His personal brand across both Latin America and the US is reflected in the incredible longevity of the relationships he holds. Jose Manuel has extremely strong ties to the Mexican and American markets and his in-depth local and international tax knowledge is an asset to our team. He will be a key player for us in the continued build out of our international tax capabilities in a thriving and diverse market.”  

Mr. Ramirez’s notable assignments span multiple industries, including retail, logistics, transportation, distribution, manufacturing/maquiladoras, food, tourism, construction, telecommunications, wines and spirits, pharmaceutical, broadcasting and media, mining, energy and renewable energy, real estate, and infrastructure. He has advised financial services clients across the spectrum of venture capital, private equity, pension and sovereign funds and family offices.

Prior to joining A&M, Mr. Ramirez spent nearly 6 years at EY and 23 years at KPMG.

Alfonso A-Pallete, Managing Director with the Latin America Complex Transactions Tax team said, “We are thrilled to add Jose Manuel to our team. His experience, leadership and recognition as one of the best Mexican and International tax experts in the market adds tremendous value to our clients. Jose Manuel understands the regional differences between markets. He knows how to work effectively with key stakeholders in multiple jurisdictions effectively whether it be navigating legislation, business models or tax regulations. Jose Manuel will be an instrumental advisor to clients managing the increasingly challenging regulatory environment across the globe.”

Mr. Ramirez holds a professional tax certificate issued by the Mexican Institute of Public Accountants and is a Regional Board Member of the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce Northeast.

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