Senior Project Manager – Taxation (Bilingual-English & Arabic)

Mind Stream; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a large-scale digital transformation program with a focus on taxation systems. The ideal candidate will have 10-12 years of project management experience, including senior roles in digital transformation, along with extensive knowledge of taxation frameworks and technology solutions. The position offers a salary of AED24,000.00 - AED26,000.00 per month.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of progressive project management experience, with at least 5 years in senior roles.
• Strong knowledge of taxation frameworks and digital implementation.
• Proven experience in managing multi-million-dollar transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of digital transformation projects focused on taxation.
• Ensure strict adherence to applicable tax laws and statutory reporting.
• Manage third-party vendors and consultants for taxation technology implementation.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Taxation frameworks knowledge

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Information Systems

Professional certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

MS Office Suite

Job description

Role Summary

The Senior Project Manager will lead and deliver a large-scale digital transformation program with a strong focus on taxation systems, compliance, and regulatory frameworks. The role requires a blend of deep project management expertise, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and in-depth knowledge of tax regulations, processes, and technology solutions. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of digital initiatives that optimize taxation workflows, strengthen compliance, and enhance operational efficiency, while aligning with the organization’s overall digital strategy.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of digital transformation projects focused on taxation, ensuring alignment to scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards.
• Translate business objectives and tax compliance requirements into executable project roadmaps, deliverables, and milestones.
• Ensure strict adherence to applicable tax laws, statutory reporting, and international regulatory frameworks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop comprehensive project documentation including project plans, costing, resource allocation, risk management, success criteria, and change control processes.
• Drive collaboration across finance, IT, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure requirements, schedules, and deliverables remain on track.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to taxation compliance, system integration, or evolving regulatory changes.
• Provide regular executive-level reporting on progress, financials, compliance, and risk posture.
• Lead, coach, and motivate cross-functional project teams, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and delivery excellence.
• Manage third-party vendors and consultants engaged in taxation technology implementation, ensuring contract compliance and service quality.
• Support business development and pre-sales efforts by providing project management insights and contributing to bid/proposal activities.
• Contribute to PMO functions including project reporting, resource planning, and performance monitoring.
• Apply both Agile and Waterfall methodologies effectively depending on project context, with experience managing hybrid and resource-based models (Fixed Cost, T&M).
• Facilitate project governance forums, workshops, and steering meetings with senior stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and decision-making.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Information Systems.
• Professional certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• 10–12 years of progressive project management experience, with at least 5 years in senior roles leading digital transformation programs.
• Strong knowledge of taxation frameworks (corporate tax, VAT, withholding, etc.) and their digital implementation.
• Proven experience in taxation technology enablement (ERP tax modules, tax engines, e- invoicing platforms, compliance tools).
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-million-dollar transformation programs in regulated environments.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with ability to influence at CXO and regulatory authority levels.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and ability to inspire cross-functional, multicultural teams.
• Deep understanding of taxation laws, compliance, and their integration into digital systems.
• Strong business-technology acumen, with familiarity in ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics), tax engines, and emerging technologies (AI/ML, RPA).
• Analytical strength to translate tax complexities into digital workflows, compliance dashboards, and automation strategies.
• Change leadership with proven success in embedding new taxation processes within organizations.
• Results-driven with a strong track record of delivering complex programs within scope, time, and budget.

Preferred Skills

• Fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and negotiation skills with senior executives and external stakeholders.
• Strong vendor management, contract negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Office Suite, and Jira.

High adaptability, critical thinking, and decision-making.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED24,000.00 - AED26,000.00 per month

Application Question(s)

• Years of Experience in Project Management?
• Years of Experience in Taxation / Tax Compliance Projects?
• Experience in Digital Transformation Programs (Yes/No – If Yes, specify)
• Experience with ERP Tax Modules / Tax Engines / e-Invoicing Platforms (Yes/No – If Yes, specify)
• Professional Project Management Certification (PMP / PRINCE2 / Equivalent) (Yes/No – If Yes, specify)
• Bilingual Proficiency: English & Arabic (Yes/No)
• Experience Managing Multi-Million Dollar Programs (Yes/No – If Yes, specify)
• Experience with Stakeholder Management at Senior / CXO Level (Yes/No – If Yes, specify)
• What is your current and expected salary? Notice period?