Senior Corporate Tax Strategist — Flexible Hours

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Study leave & development support

Cutting-edge tax technology

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 has partnered with a prominent multinational financial services group in Pretoria to recruit a Senior Tax Advisor. The role focuses on SA tax, international tax principles, and strategic tax planning across jurisdictions, supporting corporate transactions and audits.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Taxation or Law (CTA/SAIT preferred), 7+ years in corporate tax, and sharp analytical and communication skills to advise non-specialists and senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Taxation, Law, or related field required.
• CTA or SAIT qualification essential.
• Minimum 7 years in corporate tax in a large corporate or top firm.
• Strong knowledge of SA tax law, VAT, and international tax.
• Experience with cross-border transactions and transfer pricing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in tax research and related software.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax advice on SA and international tax law.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies for the group.
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation and regulations.
• Manage and coordinate tax audits and investigations.
• Advise on tax implications of M&A, restructuring, and financing.
• Prepare and review tax returns and transfer pricing documentation.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact.
• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Conduct tax due diligence for investments and acquisitions.
• Develop and deliver tax training to relevant business units.

Skills

Taxation expertise

South African tax law

International tax

Transfer pricing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tax research

Tax software

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Taxation/Law

CTA/SAIT qualification

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Placements24 has partnered with a prominent multinational financial services group in Pretoria to recruit a Senior Tax Advisor. The role focuses on SA tax, international tax principles, and strategic tax planning across jurisdictions, supporting corporate transactions and audits.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Taxation or Law (CTA/SAIT preferred), 7+ years in corporate tax, and sharp analytical and communication skills to advise non-specialists and senior stakeholders.