Associate / Senior Associate | Tax & Legal Deloitte

Gender; Oman; On-site; OMR 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte & Touche ME in Muscat seeks an Associate/Senior Associate (Omani National) to join the Business Tax team. You will help clients meet tax obligations and identify planning opportunities, delivering practical tax advice across diverse industries.

You will navigate local and international tax laws, build strong client relationships, and contribute to ongoing knowledge development within a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of tax experience (business tax focus)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent English and Arabic communication

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in tax compliance and advisory services.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with tailored tax solutions.
• Conduct in-depth tax research and provide analyses and recommendations.
• Coordinate multiple client engagements with the tax team.
• Stay updated on Oman and international tax laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver holistic client solutions

Job description

Location Muscat Tax | Business Tax Associate / Senior Associate (Omani National) When you work for us, you commit to a career at one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the world. Looking for a rewarding career? Take a closer look at Deloitte & Touche ME. It has received numerous awards in the last few years which include Best Employer in the Middle East, best consulting firm, and the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). Our region encompasses diverse tax laws and is part of what makes a career in tax with Deloitte & Touche Middle East a truly stimulating experience. With many corporations operating across several borders, your knowledge of tax will be key to making sure our clients stay on the right side of tax laws and minimize their tax costs. Your people skills will also be engaged as you form a close working relationship with clients, while your technical knowledge will be stretched as you develop expertise across the board in consulting, business, finance and law to craft commercially sound solutions. As you gain experience, you will do so with the full support of a firm that believes in helping you grow and providing you with the skills to succeed. Our Purpose Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities. Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact: Lead the way Serve with integrity Take care of each other Foster inclusion Collaborate for measurable impact As an Associate / Senior Associate in our Business Tax team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our clients meet their tax compliance obligations while identifying tax planning opportunities. You will work with a diverse range of clients across various industries, providing them with expert tax advice and services. Your expertise will help clients navigate the complexities of local and international tax laws, ensuring compliance and optimizing their tax strategies. As this position is specifically targeted towards Omani nationals, an understanding of the local market and business environment is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance and Advisory: Assist clients in meeting their tax compliance obligations, while identifying potential tax planning opportunities.
• Client Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with tailored tax advice and solutions.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues and provide comprehensive analyses and recommendations.
• Project Coordination: Manage multiple client engagements and coordinate projects and deliverables with the tax team.
• Knowledge Development: Stay updated with the latest tax laws and regulations in Oman and internationally, sharing insights with the team and clients.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues in the tax team and across other departments to deliver holistic solutions to clients.
• Leadership Capabilities: Acts as a role model, embracing and living our purpose and values, and recognizing others for the impact they make Delivers exceptional client service; maximizes results and drives high performance from people while fostering collaboration across businesses and borders Influences clients, teams, and individuals positively, leading by example and establishing confident relationships with increasingly senior people Understands key objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns people to objectives and sets priorities and direction

Desired Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in tax, preferably with a focus on business tax compliance and advisory services.
• Relevant professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent are preferred.
• Strong understanding of Omani and international tax laws, regulations and practices.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities , with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships, with a focus on delivering high-quality service.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.