IN_Associate_Direct Tax_CIT_TRS_Gurgaon

PwC; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC India is seeking an Associate in Tax Services to provide guidance on domestic and international taxation, cross-border structuring, and multijurisdictional tax planning. You will analyze regulations, support clients in compliance, and contribute to advisory projects in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience, CA qualification, and strong communication skills. Opportunity to grow within a global firm with mentorship and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
• CA articleship in Big 4 or prior experience in corporate tax will be an added advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of Direct Tax, Corporate Tax (Income Tax & DTAA).
• Knowledge of Corporate Law & International Tax, FEMA and Transfer Pricing.

Responsibilities

• Conducting technical research on tax laws, including domestic and international tax commentaries, OECD publications, and internal KM databases.
• Advising clients on complex corporate tax matters, such as permanent establishments, GAAR, and double tax treaties.
• Supporting pre/post-acquisition corporate tax advisory work, including group tax restructuring, due diligence, and documentation reviews.
• Preparing memos, presentations, opinions, and other client deliverables based on detailed analysis.
• Assisting in tax litigation support before tribunals and other authorities, including data analysis and compiling arguments.

Skills

Direct Tax

Corporate Tax

Corporate Law

International Tax

FEMA & Transfer Pricing

Education

CA

Job description

Job Description:

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions. Those in international tax at PwC will provide advice and guidance to clients on structuring their global tax positions. Your work will involve analysing international tax laws and regulations to develop strategies that optimise tax efficiency and minimise risks for multinational businesses.

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes forour clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences foreach other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary:

Provides comprehensive advice on domestic corporate income tax, international taxation, cross-border transactions and business models, entry strategies and multi-jurisdictional tax analysis. Handles complex tax issues involving interpretation of domestic law, income‑tax treaties, multilateral instrument and emerging tax issues such as Pillar 1 and Pillar 2, taxation of new business models, etc. Supports clients on complex tax litigation matters before Tribunals and Courts.

Responsibilities

• Conducting technical research on tax laws, including domestic and international tax commentaries, OECD publications, papers, and reading through internal knowledge management database.
• Analyzing and interpreting provisions under the Income Tax Act and provisions pertaining to international tax and dealing with interpretation of tax treaties. Reading and understanding of allied laws, such as exchange control, etc.
• Advising clients on complex corporate tax matters, such as permanent establishments, general anti-avoidance rules, place of effective management, significant economic presence, and double tax treaties.
• Supporting the team on pre/post-acquisition corporate tax advisory work, such as group tax restructuring, diligence and documentation reviews.
• Supporting the team on key advisory projects like entry strategies, funding options, cross-border transaction taxation and ETR analysis.
• Preparation of memos, presentations, opinions etc. as per client’s needs and based on detailed analysis of the issues involved.
• Handling assessment proceedings and supporting the litigation team in appellate proceedings with CIT(A), DRP, ITAT and other authorities. This includes data analysis, preparing legal arguments, paper book, submissions, notes to counsel, interface with the tax department etc.
• Responsible for supporting clients on ongoing compliances such as income tax returns, TDS computation and taking support of our delivery center teams and tax technology tools for execution of such engagements.
• Effective implementation and review of work program and updating the manager proactively on various work-related aspects.
• Updating clients on ongoing matters in a prompt and regular basis and keeping track of industry developments.
• Attending and participating in internal Learning and Education (L&E) sessions.

Overseeing the work of Analysts and Senior Analysts.

Mandatory skill set:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 2-4 years of relevant work experience or a Commerce or a relevant field graduate with at least five years of relevant experience.
• Article ship in Big 4 or prior experience in corporate tax will be an added advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of
• Direct Tax, Corporate Tax (Income Tax & DTAA)
• Corporate Law & International Tax
• FEMA and Transfer Pricing

Preferred skill sets:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Well-rounded commercial and economic awareness and understanding of the industry / economy
• Good interpersonal and networking skills
• Passion for client servicing
• Number crunching ability
• Excellent eye for detail
• Efficiency in MS office and report writing skills
• Motivated, creative and decisive in approach to problem solving
• Ownership and responsibility of clients/tasks delegated
• Demonstrating innovative and critical thinking in managing projects
• Capability to nurture the team below, in effective execution of engagements

Years of experience required:

2-4 years of experience

Education qualification:

CA, Any Additional Professional Qualification or International tax certifications will be an added advantage

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Asset Location, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), Communication, Controlled Foreign Companies (Taxes), Corporate Tax Planning, Customs Tariffs, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Accounting, Financial Advising, Financial Planning, Financial Risk Management, Foreign Tax Credit (FTC), Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions, Integrated Global Structuring, Intellectual Curiosity, International Auditing, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Tax Provision, International Taxation, Opportunity Management {+ 28 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

August 8, 2026

Requirements: