Group Specialist : BEPS and Global Tax Policy

Aspen Pharma Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking an OECD BEPS and Global Tax Policy Specialist. This role demands deep expertise in international tax policy, strategic thinking, and the ability to advise on global tax compliance and strategy. The ideal candidate will navigate complex regulatory frameworks while supporting the organization's business objectives.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in international tax policy and OECD BEPS.
• Advanced technical knowledge in tax compliance and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on OECD BEPS framework and compliance strategies.
• Monitor international tax policy developments and assess implications.
• Draft position papers and present strategies to senior management.

Skills

International tax policy

OECD BEPS initiatives

Strategic thinking

Data analytics

Tax technology solutions

Job description

As the OECD BEPS and Global Tax Policy Specialist, the ideal candidate must have deep expertise in international tax policy, OECD BEPS initiatives, and their impact on multinational enterprises. This role requires strategic thinking, advanced technical knowledge, and the ability to advise on and implement global tax policies that align with complex regulatory frameworks while supporting business goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide expert guidance on the OECD BEPS framework, including Pillars One and Two, transfer pricing, and treaty provisions.
• Monitor developments in international tax policy, including updates to OECD guidelines, EU directives, and global tax reforms, assessing their implications for clients or the organization.
• Design and implement strategies to ensure compliance with global tax rules, including country-by-country reporting (CbCR), anti-hybrid rules, and economic substance regulations.
• Provide strategic advice on navigating the evolving international tax landscape, treaty changes, and tax reform trends.
• Develop and shape tax strategies that align with the organization's business objectives while adhering to global tax policy developments.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of existing tax structures, identifying opportunities to optimize cross-border tax positions within the confines of evolving international tax standards.
• Draft and present position papers, policy recommendations, and strategies to senior management or clients to address global tax challenges.
• Act as a thought leader by contributing to industry forums, tax conferences, and professional publications on OECD BEPS and global tax policy topics.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, tax authorities, and professional organizations to influence and stay ahead of tax policy developments.
• Provide training and thought leadership to internal teams or clients on global tax trends and compliance requirements.
• Leverage tax technology solutions to enhance compliance with global tax reporting requirements, including automation of CbCR and other OECD-aligned processes.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor tax policy trends and predict their business impacts.