Senior Tax Advocate

CA ANZ; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work® certified

Family Inclusive Workplace™

Flexible hybrid work model

LinkedIn Learning access

Parental leave and carer support

Job summary

CA ANZ is seeking a Senior Tax Advocate in Sydney to lead research, policy development and advocacy on federal and state tax issues within the Tax, Superannuation and Financial Services team.

You will translate technical legislation and market developments into policy positions, submissions and practical communications for members and the wider community.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ experience in the tax profession with broad exposure across multiple tax areas.
• Strong analytical skills to assess economic, fiscal and technical implications of tax proposals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for briefs, submissions and presentations.
• Proven ability to build strategic relationships and credibly represent positions in senior government or regulatory forums.
• Strong strategic thinking, initiative and sound judgment with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative, curious and adaptive approach grounded in integrity while balancing member needs with public interest.
• Experience using digital tools, data and AI-enabled insights to strengthen analysis.

Responsibilities

• Policy analysis and research: Lead analysis of tax legislation and budget measures to shape CA ANZ’s response.
• Advocacy and submissions: Develop evidence-based policy positions and formal submissions.
• Government and regulatory engagement: Build trusted relationships and represent CA ANZ with ATO, Treasury, Tax Ombudsman and Board of Taxation.
• Member engagement: Draw on members’ expertise to test policy positions and ensure advocacy reflects member experience.
• Strategic collaboration: Partner with advocacy organisations and CA ANZ teams to coordinate action.
• Clear communication: Translate complex tax issues into authoritative content for briefings, newsletters, digital channels and webinars.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Public speaking

Digital tools & AI insights

Education

Law degree

Tax-related postgraduate study

CA designation

Job description

• Shape tax policy and advocacy on issues that matter to the profession and public


• Build trusted relationships with government, regulators, industry and members


• Join a certified Great Place to Work® organisation

Use your technical tax knowledge, policy insight and stakeholder influence to help shape practical, evidence-based outcomes for members, the profession and the wider community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Senior Tax Advocate, you will lead research, policy development and advocacy across complex and emerging federal and state tax issues. Working within our Tax, Superannuation and Financial Services advocacy team, you will turn technical legislation, economic developments and member insights into clear policy positions, persuasive submissions and practical communications.

You will represent CA ANZ with government agencies, policymakers, regulators and industry bodies, while working closely with members and colleagues to ensure our advocacy reflects both professional experience and the public interest.

Key responsibilities:

• Policy analysis and research: Lead analysis of tax legislation, rulings, budget measures and economic developments to help set priorities and shape CA ANZ’s response.


• Advocacy and submissions: Develop evidence-based policy positions, formal submissions, proposals, presentations and thought leadership on significant tax issues.


• Government and regulatory engagement: Build trusted relationships and represent CA ANZ with the Australian Taxation Office, Treasury, the Tax Ombudsman and the Board of Taxation.


• Member engagement: Draw on members’ expertise to identify practical issues, test policy positions and ensure advocacy reflects member experience.


• Strategic collaboration: Partner with advocacy organisations and teams across CA ANZ to align priorities, build coalitions and coordinate action.


• Clear communication: Translate complex tax and policy issues into authoritative, accessible content for briefings, newsletters, digital channels, webinars and presentations.

ABOUT YOU

• At least seven to ten years’ experience in the tax profession, with broad exposure across multiple tax areas and strong contemporary technical knowledge.


• Highly developed analytical skills, with the ability to assess the economic, fiscal, distributional, implementation and technical implications of tax proposals.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing persuasive briefs, submissions, advice and presentations.


• Proven ability to build strategic relationships and credibly represent organisational positions in senior government, regulatory or public forums.


• Strong strategic thinking, initiative and sound judgement, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes with autonomy.


• A collaborative, curious and adaptable approach, grounded in integrity and a commitment to balancing member needs with the public interest.


• Experience using digital tools, data and AI-enabled insights to strengthen analysis and decision-making.


• A law degree is required, ideally complemented by tax-related postgraduate study, national tax experience and/or a CA designation.

ABOUT US

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represent more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a difference in the communities in which they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, delivering world class services and education, and advocating for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and trust in business and finance.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

At CA ANZ, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity and accountability. As part of our ambition to attract diverse talent and build an adaptive, member‑centric organisation, we’re proud to be certified as both a Great Place to Work® and Family Inclusive Workplace™ reflecting the genuine experiences of our people.

We actively support your work–life wellbeing through leading policies and practices, including flexible work arrangements, parental leave and carer support—helping you thrive both at work and at home.

In addition, you’ll enjoy:

• A strong focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion embedded in everything we do


• Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways


• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that supports sustainability and the public good


• A flexible hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the benefits of in-person collaboration


• A culture that values your voice and empowers you to make an impact in your community and profession


• Enjoy the end of year break with 2 additional paid leave days (subject to annual approval)


• Work for a certified Great Place to Work® (global recognition based on anonymous feedback from our people)


• Grow your skills and future with unlimited access to LinkedIn learning


• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that creates real impact for people across Aotearoa and Australia

CA ANZ welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Māori, Pasifika, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.