Global Tax Strategy Director

Confidential Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 661,000 - 955,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers is seeking an experienced Tax Director to lead the Group's tax strategy, governance, compliance and advisory activities across a complex and growing business environment in the GCC.

The role requires a strong UK or US tax background, ideally gained within a Big Four firm or international professional services organisation, with the ability to advise the Board on cross-border strategy, M&A, transfer pricing and BEPS developments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant tax experience with Director or Head of Tax level.
• Strong UK or US tax expertise essential.
• Experience in multinational corporate or Big Four environments.
• Experience with transfer pricing and BEPS Pillar Two is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Group's overall tax strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and growth plans.
• Oversee corporate tax, international tax, indirect tax and other relevant tax matters across the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Provide senior-level advice on tax planning, structuring and risk management.
• Lead tax analysis for M&A, acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, JVs and other strategic transactions.
• Advise management on the tax implications of new investments, business structures and cross-border activities.
• Oversee tax compliance, tax reporting, filings and interactions with tax authorities and external advisers.
• Establish and maintain robust tax governance, controls, policies and processes.
• Monitor changes in international tax legislation and assess their impact on the Group.
• Provide leadership on transfer pricing, cross-border transactions and international tax structuring.
• Oversee implementation and compliance relating to OECD BEPS / Pillar Two and other relevant international tax developments, where applicable.
• Manage tax audits, enquiries, disputes and controversy matters in coordination with external advisers.
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Corporate Development, Treasury and senior management on complex commercial matters.
• Provide tax input into investment decisions, financing structures and corporate transactions.
• Manage relationships with Big Four firms, legal advisers, tax authorities and other external stakeholders.
• Build, lead and develop a high-performing tax function, including setting standards, processes and talent development.
• Present tax risks, opportunities and recommendations clearly to senior management and the Board.

Skills

UK tax background

US tax background

Strategic leadership

Transfer pricing

M&A tax

Cross-border tax

Education

UK/US tax qualification (ACA/CTA/CPA/EA)

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Big Four experience

International tax governance

Job description

Confidential Careers is seeking an experienced Tax Director to lead the Group's tax strategy, governance, compliance and advisory activities across a complex and growing business environment in the GCC.

The role requires a strong UK or US tax background, ideally gained within a Big Four firm or international professional services organisation, with the ability to advise the Board on cross-border strategy, M&A, transfer pricing and BEPS developments.