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Are you ready to shape the future of minerals tax policy in Australia? The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) is seeking a dynamic Taxation Executive to lead the development and management of our minerals tax policy. This is a senior role, reporting directly to the Chief Economist, with significant influence across government, industry, and key stakeholders.

• Lead the MCA Standing Committee on Taxation and provide expert tax policy advice to members and the Chief Executive Officer.
• Represent the MCA on tax-related bodies, including Australian Taxation Office committees and external groups such as the Business Coalition for Tax Reform and the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative.
• Deliver the annual Minerals Industry Tax Survey and the biennial MCA Taxation Conference.
• Advocate for members with government on tax policy affecting the mining industry.
• Build strong networks with senior tax executives in key organisations.
• Oversee the tax portfolio budget and contribute to the operation of the MCA.
• Develop and maintain senior‑level relationships with member companies, government officials, and industry organisations.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging taxation policy developments impacting the minerals sector.

• Self‑motivated, high‑achieving, and innovative.
• Analytical thinker with strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Deep technical knowledge of tax, especially minerals tax.
• Flexible and able to travel as required.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with people at all levels.

• Tertiary qualifications in economics or a related discipline.
• Senior taxation management experience within industry, the ATO, or Treasury.
• Minimum five years’ experience in public policy and five years in a tax management role.
• Capacity to develop extensive knowledge of economic and commercial matters impacting the minerals industry.
• Demonstrated capability in public policy development, project and team management, advocacy, communication, relationship‑building, and negotiation.
• Political awareness and familiarity with major economic and policy issues affecting the minerals sector.
• Exceptional writing, oratory, and negotiation skills.

Please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your current resume.

The MCA is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Should you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please inform us so we can accommodate your needs. All adjustment requests will be treated in confidence.

This position is open for new applications up until close of business (5pm) Thursday 4th December.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered at this time.