Tax ITTS Transfer Pricing Director UAE

EY Studio+ Nederland; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Dubai is seeking a Director of Transfer Pricing to lead high-impact projects and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 8-10 years of experience in transfer pricing. You will be responsible for translating data into insights, leading engagements, and delivering high-quality tax planning services. Proficiency in Arabic and a collaborative approach are ideal. The firm offers a diverse and inclusive culture with opportunities for development.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of related work experience in transfer pricing.
• Strong analytical skills for high-impact projects.
• Experience in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate data into insights for client relationships.
• Lead multiple transfer pricing engagements.
• Contribute to high-quality tax planning services.

Skills

Complex transfer pricing concepts

Verbal and written communication

Financial modeling

Ability to work at a fast pace

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or relevant field

Master’s law degree, CPA, CFA, CMA, or equivalent

Job description

At EY we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

The International Tax and Transaction Services (ITTS) team advises corporate and private equity clients on their capital agenda through three key areas: Transaction Tax, International Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing. As a joint venture between Tax and Transaction Advisory Services, ITTS offers broad market exposure and career development. The Transfer Pricing team focuses on planning documentation, audits and supply chain strategies with opportunities for cross‑training and growth through diverse engagements.

Join EY and help build a better working world.

The opportunity

Transfer pricing is rapidly evolving due to changing regulations and EY is at the forefront of advising global clients. Whether you’re experienced industry-focused or newly graduated with strong analytical skills, you’ll have the chance to work on high‑impact projects and grow your career in a leading environment.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll play a key role throughout the project lifecycle translating data into insights and building strong client relationships across industries. You’ll also lead multiple transfer pricing engagements and contribute to high‑quality tax planning services.

Skills and attributes for success

• Applying complex transfer pricing concepts and economic/financial knowledge to resolve client challenges
• Providing a fully integrated approach to transfer pricing by preparing documents and assisting in defending transfer pricing in audits, supplying innovative transfer pricing and economic ideas alongside responsive services and work products
• Modelling financial outcomes, valuing intangible assets and developing practical planning approaches
• Coordinating work with other client service colleagues globally to drive collaboration

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Policy Analysis or another relevant discipline and a minimum of 8‑10 years of related work experience
• Master’s law degree, CPA, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), American Society of Appraisers Business Valuation Certification or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work at a fast‑pace, often with shifting responsibilities

Ideally you’ll also have

• Proficiency in Arabic
• A consistent record of excellence in a professional services environment
• Existing transfer pricing experience

What we look for

We’re interested in experienced tax professionals with a collaborative, client‑focused approach to work. You’ll need strong communication skills and the ability to effectively prioritize when working with multiple clients and engagement teams. If you’re a naturally curious problem solver with confidence to get involved and support colleagues and clients across the business this role is for you.

What we offer you

At EY we develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We empower you in a flexible environment and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability‑related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

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