Counsel Tax (Singapore/Dhahran)

ARAMCO TRADING SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities trading firm in Singapore is seeking a Counsel-Tax expert to provide and coordinate tax advice related to commodities trading, develop tax models, and ensure compliance with tax legislation. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in corporate and international tax law, be currently licensed in a relevant jurisdiction, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with legal teams across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in corporate income tax law and international tax law, experience in trading preferred.
• Law firm or Big Four experience.
• Current license to practice law in relevant jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate tax advice for business models and cross-border activities.
• Identify tax risks and make practical recommendations.
• Collaborate to develop relevant tax policies and procedures.
• Analyze tax laws and assist with audits.
• Monitor tax legislation and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Expertise in commodities trading

International tax law knowledge

Corporate income tax law experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Education

Law degree

LLM in taxation (preferred)

Job description

Aramco Trading is the Middle East’s premier trading company for refined petroleum and chemicals products, and one of the largest shippers in the region, providing a global integrated platform for the downstream assets of Saudi Aramco and its affiliates, supplying the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. It is also a wholly owned subsidiary of Saudi Aramco.

For adventurous individuals who are interested in working at one of the world's most successful companies, Aramco Trading offers challenging and sophisticated in‑house opportunities.

Job Requirement

We are seeking to hire a Counsel‑Tax with expertise in commodities trading and taxation to join Aramco Trading Legal with its headquarters in Dhahran Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Provide, manage and coordinate direct indirect tax advice, including advising and assisting in developing and implementing tax efficient business models, and providing tax advice on cross‑border business activities, transfer pricing strategies and business restructuring.
• Drive value by identifying opportunities, spotting and evaluating tax risks, balancing risk with business objectives, and making recommendations that are objective, practical, technically appropriate, and supportive of the business.
• Support and collaborate with the business to understand commercial objectives and develop tax policies and procedures relevant to the business, including attention to reputational risk.
• Research and analyze relevant tax laws related to various domestic and foreign tax matters, draft and review tax provisions in agreements and deal documents, assist with tax audits, oversee transfer pricing strategy and collaborate as needed with legal and tax compliance colleagues.
• Coordinate and effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure appropriate tax planning and risk management efforts.
• Monitor current and potential tax legislation and regulations.

· Work closely with Aramco Trading lawyers in Singapore, UK, UAE, Singapore and USA

This role reports to Aramco Trading’s Chief Counsel and may also involve working closely with Saudi Aramco lawyers.

Experience and Qualifications Required

Basic Qualifications

• Law degree required, LLM in taxation preferred.

• Candidates must be currently licensed, admitted to practice, and in good standing in the United States, England and Wales, Canada, Australia or an equivalent common law jurisdiction.

• 10+ years of experience in corporate income tax law and international tax law, experience in trading preferred.
• Law firm or Big Four experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in international tax law (including inbound/outbound taxation, relevant business tax planning, consolidated group attribute planning, structuring, transfer pricing and tax treaties).

Preferred Qualifications, Job Competencies and Skill Requirements

• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to effectively communicate complex technical tax issues to management and internal stakeholders and to coordinate effectively with various subject matter specialists and proactively support the business.
• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment to provide timely legal advice.
• Ability to lead and work successfully in a team environment, as well as work with other departments and various levels of management.
• Ability to research and synthesize rules and provide a reasoned assessment of tax risk and propose solutions.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and adapt to new or changing circumstances and high‑pressure situations.