Global Tax Leader: Strategy & Cross-Border Impact

Client of Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Michael Page is seeking a senior tax leader to own and oversee worldwide tax matters for a diverse, multinational group. You will drive compliance, planning and governance across multiple jurisdictions, including UAE Corporate Tax and cross-border transactions.

The role requires a CA/ACCA or equivalent with 8–12 years’ experience in international taxation, preferably from a Big 4 or multinational environment, and a willingness to travel regularly.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 8 to 12 years of relevant tax experience.
• Previous experience within a Big 4 firm and/or multinational group environment.
• Strong background in international taxation and cross-border transactions.
• Solid understanding of UAE Corporate Tax and VAT.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all tax matters across the Group's international operations.
• Oversee corporate income tax, VAT, GST, withholding tax and other direct and indirect tax obligations.
• Manage UAE Corporate Tax and VAT compliance requirements.
• Coordinate tax reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Review and advise on cross-border transactions and international business activities.
• Assess the tax implications of intercompany arrangements, financing structures, dividends and royalty payments.
• Evaluate withholding tax positions and permanent establishment exposure across jurisdictions.
• Support transfer pricing documentation reviews and benchmarking exercises.
• Liaise with external tax advisors on tax returns, tax opinions, audits and regulatory matters.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
• Support tax planning initiatives and advise on efficient structures for investments and growth projects.
• Review the tax implications of acquisitions, disposals, restructurings and corporate transactions.
• Partner with Finance and Treasury teams on funding and financing arrangements.
• Identify potential tax risks and ensure appropriate controls and processes are implemented.
• Manage tax audits, disputes and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Ensure accurate tax provisions and disclosures are reflected in financial reporting.
• Maintain a comprehensive tax compliance calendar and ensure statutory deadlines are met.
• Develop and maintain tax policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Provide practical tax advice to commercial and operational teams.
• Act as the primary tax subject matter expert across the organisation.
• Travel regularly to international operating locations including Africa, Asia-Pacific and other jurisdictions as required.

Skills

International tax

Cross-border transactions

Transfer pricing

UAE Corporate Tax

VAT knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

CA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Client of Michael Page is seeking a senior tax leader to own and oversee worldwide tax matters for a diverse, multinational group. You will drive compliance, planning and governance across multiple jurisdictions, including UAE Corporate Tax and cross-border transactions.

The role requires a CA/ACCA or equivalent with 8–12 years’ experience in international taxation, preferably from a Big 4 or multinational environment, and a willingness to travel regularly.