Manager - Tax Policy, Technical & Research

PwC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Malaysia is seeking a Manager to lead tax policy analysis and provide expert technical guidance to engagement teams. You will interpret tax developments, draft practical insights, and contribute to thought leadership while leveraging technology to enhance service delivery.

You will stay current with Malaysian tax laws, translate complex concepts for stakeholders, coach colleagues, and help shape the firm's view on key tax developments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Law or a professional accounting/taxation qualification.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in tax or a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Stay up to date with changes to tax policies, laws and regulations and analyse their impact.
• Conduct thorough technical research and translate findings into practical insights for clients.
• Serve as a trusted technical adviser to engagement teams across the firm.
• Draft technical communications, newsletters and updates to PwC publications.
• Present at and shape internal technical forums and discussions.
• Advance technology and AI to sharpen tax solutions and contribute to people development.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Corporate Tax Planning

Communication

AI Fluency

Intellectual Curiosity

Learning Agility

Drafting Tax Documents

Financial Statement Analysis

Digital Tooling

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Law

Professional accounting or taxation qualification

Job description

Line of Service Tax Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary

Be at the heart of Malaysia's evolving tax landscape. Our Tax Policy, Technical & Research team shapes how the firm and its clients respond to new tax developments, from Budget announcements to global tax reform. You will combine deep technical expertise with commercial insight to deliver distinctive, high-quality tax thinking that clients and colleagues rely on. As a manager, your focus includes: Stay up to date with, and analyse the impact of, changes to tax policies, laws and regulations. Conduct thorough technical research and analysis of tax issues, and translate the findings into practical insights on how they affect clients' businesses. Serve as a trusted technical adviser to engagement teams across the firm, collaborating to provide practical tax solutions. Draft technical communications, newsletters, thought leadership articles and updates to PwC publications. Present at and help shape internal technical forums and discussions. Advance the use of technology and AI to sharpen the delivery of tax technical solutions. Contribute to people development by delivering training. You will work closely with engagement teams and leaders, help shape the firm's view on key tax developments and grow your career in a team valued for its technical depth. To excel in this role, you need a deep understanding of Malaysian tax laws, the ability to communicate complex tax concepts to stakeholders, an aptitude for continuous learning, and a strong team and service mindset. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include: Develop new skills outside of your comfort zone. Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively. Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development. Analyse complex ideas and use multiple sources of information, including broader stakeholder views, to build meaningful recommendations. Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet the firm's or clients' expectations. Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Requirements

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or Law, or a professional accounting or taxation qualification.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in tax or a similar role.

• Accepting Feedback
• Accepting Feedback
• Accounting Practices
• Active Listening
• AI Fluency
• AI-Human Collaboration
• Analytical Thinking
• Coaching and Feedback
• Communication
• Corporate Tax Planning
• Creativity
• Digital Tooling
• Drafting Tax Documents
• Embracing Change
• Emotional Regulation
• Empathy
• Financial Audit
• Financial Review
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Inclusion
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Learning Agility
• Monitoring and Analyzing Financial Trends
• Optimism
• Preparing Tax Documents

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Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We'll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.