Middle East Tax Manager

Worley; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking a tax manager to bolster its regional presence in the Middle East, particularly in Abu Dhabi. The role involves developing a tax control framework, working with finance teams, and managing compliance for CIT, VAT, and WHT. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and have experience in international tax environments. The position offers a hybrid work model and collaboration with operational teams on tax matters.

Qualifications

• Proven practical experience in managing CIT, VAT & WHT reporting and compliance in the Middle East.
• Experience in an international environment with a Big 4 and/or in the tax department of an international company.

Responsibilities

• Support developing and maintaining a regional tax control framework.
• Work closely with regional finance teams and external tax advisors.
• Partner with regional operational teams on tax advisory matters.

Skills

Managing CIT, VAT & WHT reporting and compliance

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to read Arabic

Team player, proactive, resourceful

Education

Masters degree in tax, accounting, tax law or related field

Job description

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds moving towards more sustainable energy sources while helping to provide the energy chemicals and resources needed now.

Purpose of the Role

• Bolster the global tax teams Middle Eastern presence supporting Worley projects and locations in a/o Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Job Responsibilities

• Support developing and maintaining a regional tax control framework for our Middle Eastern entities.
• Work closely with regional and location finance teams, external tax advisors and other stakeholders in the region in relation to tax compliance, tax audit management and the sixmonthly tax effect accounting process.
• Partner with regional operational teams on project related tax advisory matters.

Job Specific Knowledge / Experience (Essential)

• Proven practical experience in managing CIT, VAT & WHT reporting and compliance in the Middle East.
• Monitor developments in Middle Eastern direct, indirect and international tax legislation and administration and take appropriate action in respect of developments that may impact Worley.

Job Specific Knowledge / Experience (Desirable)

• Tax & Finance technology experience or affiliation is an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to read Arabic being a plus.
• Strong team player, mature, proactive, resourceful, hands‑on with good initiative.

Where would we put these items

• This role is preferably based in Worley's Abu Dhabi office, although other GCC locations may be discussed.
• A hybrid work model can be discussed; however candidates applying must be willing and able to have presence in Worley's office in coordination with department and business needs.
• Reporting into an experienced EMEA Tax Director.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in tax, accounting, tax law or related field.
• Relevant years of experience in an international environment with a Big 4 and/or in the tax department of an international company.

Moving forward together

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong and can be heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So our focus is on a values‑inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low‑carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Required Experience:

Manager