Senior Manager – Direct Tax

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager – Tax with a Big 4 background and a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification to lead UAE and international tax advisory and compliance oversight. This role demands deep expertise in UAE Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, Free Zone tax regulations, and cross-border tax matters. The ideal candidate will provide strategic tax planning, manage international tax risks, and ensure compliance with local and global tax regulations, including OECD frameworks.

This is a full-time, office-based role (5 days a week), reporting to the Senior Director – Tax. A background in real estate structures and cross-border transaction planning is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

1. UAE & International Tax Advisory

• Deliver expert advice on UAE Corporate Tax (CT), Transfer Pricing (TP), Free Zone regimes, and international tax issues, including treaty structuring and permanent establishment risk.
• Structure tax-efficient operating models across multiple jurisdictions, including cross-border investments, financing, and profit repatriation.
• Interpret and apply double tax treaties, OECD BEPS Actions, and Pillar Two implications for multinational operations.
• Advise on inbound/outbound tax structuring, CFC rules, and hybrid mismatch arrangements where applicable.

2. Compliance & Tax Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with UAE tax laws (CT, ESR, TP) and align international operations with applicable tax regulations and reporting requirements (e.g., CbCR).
• Oversee local and international tax filings, registrations, and disclosures, maintaining readiness for tax audits in multiple jurisdictions.
• Develop and implement tax risk management frameworks, including the identification of cross-border risks and compliance obligations.

3. Transfer Pricing & OECD Pillar Two

• Manage Transfer Pricing documentation and compliance in line with UAE and OECD standards.
• Lead readiness for OECD Pillar Two implementation, including GloBE calculations, entity classification, and potential top-up tax exposure.
• Provide strategic guidance on intercompany pricing models and optimize intra-group transaction flows.

4. Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership

• Act as the key point of contact for UAE tax authorities and provide support in international tax negotiations or audits.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, operations, and corporate development teams to deliver integrated cross-border tax solutions.
• Participate in global tax forums and industry working groups, contributing to policy advocacy and regulatory feedback initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

✅ Education & Certifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is required (ACA, CPA, ACCA, or ADIT a strong plus).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, Law, or related fields.

✅ Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in a Big 4 tax advisory role, with strong exposure to international tax matters.
• 10+ years of total experience in tax advisory, compliance, and risk management.
• Demonstrated expertise in UAE Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and international structuring.
• Experience in real estate and investment holding structures is a strong plus.

✅ Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical understanding of UAE tax law, OECD BEPS, global minimum tax (Pillar Two), and treaty networks.
• Proven ability to design and implement tax-efficient international structures.
• Effective leadership, project management, and cross-border stakeholder engagement.
• Skilled in handling complex tax audits, disputes, and negotiations with local and foreign tax authorities.

Work Arrangement & Reporting Structure

📍 Location: UAE (Office-based, 5 days a week)

📝 Reports to: Senior Director – Tax

What We Offer

• High-impact role supporting multinational tax strategy and regulatory readiness.
• Exposure to complex international tax structuring and compliance challenges.
• Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities in a fast-evolving tax landscape.