Consultant | VAT Advisory - Dubai | Indirect Tax

Grant Thornton; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Grant Thornton UAE is a leading professional services firm providing audit, tax and advisory services in the UAE. We are committed to delivering quality through fresh thinking, diverse perspectives, and a personalised approach. Our Tax practice guides clients through UAE and international tax landscapes with practical solutions.

We seek a VAT specialist with 3+ years in VAT/GST and M&A tax, capable of working in teams or independently. CTA/ACCA/CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of VAT and GST tax experience, including M&A tax.
• Professional qualification such as CTA, ACCA or CPA is preferred.
• Ability to work in a team or independently on small engagements.

Responsibilities

• Strengthening and developing client relationships through day‑to‑day contact and effective communication
• Understanding clients’ business operations to provide tailored, technically accurate tax advice
• Keeping clients updated on the progress of ongoing engagements, gathering required information, and maintaining timely communication
• Working on VAT advisory and compliance engagements across a diverse client portfolio
• Supporting VAT and tax due diligence projects
• Delivering practical, timely solutions to client VAT queries
• Preparing clear, well‑structured draft reports and working papers
• Collaborating with the team and supporting seniors across multiple client engagements
• Supporting the preparation of client proposals
• Adhering to all risk and compliance guidelines while delivering high‑quality client deliverables
• Providing technical input on legislative changes and FTA guidance, and issuing timely updates to clients
• Using technology tools to efficiently deliver work for review.

Skills

VAT

GST

M&A tax

Education

CTA/ACCA/CPA preferred

Job description

Grant Thornton UAE is a leading professional services firm, providing audit and assurance, tax and advisory services across multiple industries. We have served public and private sector clients in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for almost 60 years and are committed to delivering quality and excellence driven by fresh thinking, diverse perspectives and a personalised approach. Grant Thornton UAE is part of a global network of independent firms with over 76,000 professionals across 150 markets.

We're driven by a purpose of shaping the world we live in, grounded in trust, integrity and the belief that dynamic businesses and thriving communities go hand in hand. By living our purpose and focusing on quality in everything we do, we strive to be the go-to firm for growth.

At Grant Thornton UAE, our people drive our impact. With over 50 nationalities represented across our teams, we’re proud to foster a culture that celebrates diversity, empowers individuals and delivers meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities. Our unique environment combines the opportunities of a major global organisation with the connection and collaboration of a close‑knit firm.

Here, you can widen your opportunities. Be inspired. Be challenged. Be yourself. Here, you can.

Service Line Overview

Our Tax practice helps organisations navigate the UAE and international tax landscape with clarity, technical depth, and practical solutions. We work across Corporate Tax, International Tax, Indirect Tax (VAT/excise), and Transfer Pricing, supporting clients in staying compliant while optimising their tax position. Across all areas, our Tax teams combine deep technical expertise with a commercial, forward‑looking approach—helping clients remain compliant, mitigate risk, and respond confidently to regulatory change.

Key Responsibilities

• Strengthening and developing client relationships through day‑to‑day contact and effective communication
• Understanding clients’ business operations to provide tailored, technically accurate tax advice
• Keeping clients updated on the progress of ongoing engagements, gathering required information, and maintaining timely communication
• Working on VAT advisory and compliance engagements across a diverse client portfolio
• Supporting VAT and tax due diligence projects
• Delivering practical, timely solutions to client VAT queries
• Preparing clear, well‑structured draft reports and working papers
• Collaborating with the team and supporting seniors across multiple client engagement
• Supporting the preparation of client proposals
• Adhering to all risk and compliance guidelines while delivering high‑quality client deliverables
• Providing technical input on legislative changes and FTA guidance, and issuing timely updates to clients
• Using technology tools to efficiently deliver work for review.

Success Criteria

• 3+ years of related work experience in VAT and GST as well as M&A tax
• Pursuit of a CTA, ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent professional qualification relevant to tax services is preferred
• Ability to be a team player but also have the confidence to work alone on small engagements and maintain a flexible, proactive approach
• Must demonstrate attention to detail to ensure work meets the firm’s ethical and professional standards
• Strong written and spoken English, Arabic speaking is advantageous
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites

Our Values

We’re looking for people who connect with and live our CLEARR values. These values shape how we work with our clients, support one another and contribute to the communities we serve.

• Collaboration – Ask for help, give help – we work well together
• Leadership – Have courage and inspire others – we challenge each other to be the best we can be
• Excellence – Find a better way every time – we never get complacent
• Agility – Think broadly, act quickly – we thrive in change
• Responsibility – Use influence wisely – we own our actions
• Respect – Listen and understand, be forthright – we create honest relationships

Our Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, professional development support, and a range of wellbeing and community initiatives—designed to help you thrive personally and professionally.