Tax - ITTS - Transfer Pricing - Senior Manager - Dubai

EY; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Dubai seeks an experienced Transfer Pricing professional to lead engagements, translate data into insights, and build strong client relationships across industries. You’ll manage multiple TP engagements and deliver high‑quality tax planning services.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Economics or related field with 7+ years of experience; advanced credentials (CPA/CFA/CMA) are a plus; proficiency in Arabic is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Policy Analysis or another relevant discipline.
• Master’s degree or professional credential (CPA/CFA/CMA) is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple transfer pricing engagements and deliver high‑quality tax planning services.
• Translate data into insights and build strong client relationships across industries.
• Collaborate with global teams to provide integrated transfer pricing solutions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Policy Analysis or another relevant discipline

Master’s, law degree, CPA, CFA, CMA

Tools

Financial modelling

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 to 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

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Policy Analysis or another relevant discipline and a minimum of 7+ years of related work experience
• A master’s, law degree, CPA, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), American Society of Appraiser's Business Valuation Certification or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The 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’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

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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