Job Description

To support the Group's tax strategy, focusing on direct tax, transfer pricing, and Pillar 2 implementation across all divisions, ensuring full compliance and effective project execution.
Client Details
Our client is a leading diversified group headquartered in Dubai. With a large footprint across various sectors, they are continuing to develop their in-house tax function to meet growing regulatory requirements and drive efficiency.
Description
Strategic Responsibilities:
[ Support the Head of Direct Tax in managing all direct tax and transfer pricing matters
[ Advise on compliance with local direct tax laws, transfer pricing rules, and accounting standards
[ Assist in managing audits, risks, exposures, and tax planning initiatives
[ Help prepare and maintain the Group's transfer pricing policies
[ Support on implementing new tax regulations such as Pillar 2 and global minimum tax
[ Identify and support tax automation and technology initiatives
Functional Responsibilities:
[ Ensure adherence to transfer pricing and direct tax regulations across all geographies
[ Maintain and support implementation of transfer pricing documentation
[ Review direct tax filings including Corporate Tax, Withholding Tax
[ Support in preparing for and responding to tax audits
[ Liaise with external advisors and internal stakeholders to manage deliverables
[ Track tax projects in coordination with relevant teams
[ Lead internal workshops and training sessions to enhance awareness
[ Maintain a central database of all direct tax documents
Technology & Project Support:
[ Contribute to tax process improvement and automation
[ Maintain tax project documentation and escalate key issues as needed
[ Collaborate with the Head of Tax to deliver projects on time and within budget
Profile
[ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or Tax
[ Professional Tax Qualification (e.g., CTA, ACA, ATT)
[ Minimum 7 years of experience in direct tax and transfer pricing; a mix of in-house and consultancy is ideal
[ Prior Big 4 experience is mandatory
[ Arabic speaking is essential for the role
[ Strong knowledge of UAE tax regime; GCC and international exposure is a plus
[ Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
[ Result-driven with high analytical and presentation capabilities
Job Offer
Join a highly reputable and well-established Group headquartered in DubaiOpportunity to work on high-impact tax projects and regulatory implementationsExposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaborationGain regional and international tax exposure in a dynamic environmentWork in a forward-thinking tax function investing in automation and best practiceBe part of a growing in-house tax team shaping the Group's tax agenda