Assistant Group Tax Manager

Galadari Brothers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UAE business conglomerate is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee compliance with UAE tax laws, manage International Tax matters, and provide strategic tax advisory. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and have over 7 years of relevant experience in Corporate Tax and international taxation. The role requires a strong understanding of OECD guidelines and the ability to interpret tax regulations effectively in a multinational context. This position offers an opportunity to drive tax compliance and strategy within a leading industry player.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Corporate Tax and international taxation, with expertise in UAE and Middle Eastern regulations.
• Strong understanding of OECD guidelines including Global Minimum Tax.
• Technical expertise in tax structuring and risk management across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance with UAE tax laws, including Corporate Tax and VAT.
• Oversee filing of tax returns across jurisdictions.
• Advise on cross-border tax implications and provide strategic tax advisory.

Skills

Corporate Tax

International Taxation

Transfer Pricing

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree or CA, CPA, ACCA qualification

Job description

Tax Compliance and Reporting

• Manage and ensure compliance with UAE tax laws, including Corporate Tax, VAT, and Transfer Pricing.
• Oversee the timely and accurate filing of tax returns, including Corporate Tax, VAT, and CbCR notifications, across jurisdictions.
• Monitor and implement changes in tax regulations, ensuring timely updates to tax policies and compliance processes.
• Collaborate with auditors and internal teams for tax-related financial reporting and audits.

International Tax and Transfer Pricing

• Develop and maintain Transfer Pricing documentation, including Master Files, Local Files, and CbCR reporting.
• Conduct assessments of inter-company transactions, ensuring compliance with the OECD guidelines and local regulations.
• Advise on cross-border tax implications, including withholding taxes, Permanent Establishments, and tax treaty benefits.
• Provide support on Global Minimum Tax (Pillar 2) compliance and transitional safe harbour rules.

Tax Planning and Strategy

• Analyze and provide tax-efficient structuring for corporate transactions, new investments, and business expansions across the Middle East.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities while mitigating risks and ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Provide strategic tax advisory to senior management on potential tax implications and planning opportunities.

Tax Risk Management and Process Improvement

• Assess and mitigate tax risks by implementing robust internal controls and policies.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax compliance and reporting.
• Represent the organization during tax audits and disputes, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.

Education Qualification, Work Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree or relevant professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in Corporate Tax, and international taxation, with specific expertise in UAE and Middle Eastern tax regulations.
• Strong understanding of OECD guidelines, including Transfer Pricing and Global Minimum Tax (Pillar 2).
• Technical expertise in tax structuring, tax planning, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in managing tax filings, payments, and reporting requirements for multinational organizations.
• Ability to interpret and apply tax regulations effectively within a multinational business framework.
• Strong project management skills to handle multiple complex tax projects while coordinating with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Familiarity with global minimum tax concepts, particularly OECD Pillar 2, is an added advantage.

About Us

One of the largest business conglomerates in the UAE, the Galadari Brothers Group is driven by ambition, values and boundless experience, engaging in new ventures and maintaining its position as a significant business market player that channels over 40 world‑renowned brands and over 5,500 employees from 30 different nationalities. For more than 50 years, Galadari Brothers Group has been leading business sectors such as Heavy Equipment, Automobiles, Food & Beverages, Media, Industrial Construction, Real Estate and Hospitality & Travel.

About the Team

Galadari Brothers Corporate office operates as the central hub for all executive decision making and facilitation to its subsidiary companies. It helps in driving both strategic and tactical objectives for the Group and provides a Centre of Excellence (COE) perspective to the stakeholders. It works closely with the Business Unit leadership and assists in business continuity and expansion activities, required for our sustained growth. It is currently headquartered in Dubai, UAE and is the liaison point for its worldwide presence.