Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution (TCDR) Manager

Management Level
Manager
Job Description & Summary
PwC is seeking an experienced manager to join its Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution (TCDR) team, which forms a specialist team within the firm’s larger national Corporate and International Tax practice. The role will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients manage their tax affairs efficiently, in particular with respect to strategic interactions with SARS.
Additional Job Description
Qualifications/ Certifications required:
Relevant professional qualification (Admitted attorney and/or Postgraduate studies in Tax) A post-graduate tax qualification would be ideal
Experience required:
3-7 years’ experience in a tax advisory environment with dedicated and notable experience in managing tax disputes for or against the South African Revenue Service (SARS).
Responsibilities of role:
Act as operational client contact on a portfolio of corporate or high net worth clients Advising clients on complex and uncertain tax dispute matters in a team context; Liaison and management of various stakeholders in a tax dispute e.g. SARS, Counsel, subject-matter specialists. Interpretation and application of substantive and procedural tax legislation Drafting and reviewing of correspondences to SARS, tax pleadings etc.; Implementation of agreed advice with SARS Management of billings, debtors and assignment budgeting. Mentoring and professional development of junior staff members. Compliance with risk management procedures.
Skill sets required:
Ability to provide solutions to business problems – analytical skills.
Good client relationship management skills.
Good communication, legal writing and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure towards deadlines.
Organisation and time management skills.
People management skills - Coaching and providing feedback and delegation skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and multi-task.
Role related attributes:
Results oriented with leadership qualities.
Self-starter, confident.
Lateral thinker.
Self-motivated.
Takes initiative and responsibility for personal development and updated technical knowledge.
Positive attitude.
Industry experience required: Deep knowledge of, and experience in dealing with, tax administrative matters (including Tax Administration Act and Tax Dispute Resolution Rules) and SARS. Prior employment within a corporate advisory environment (e.g. auditing firm and/or reputable law firm) and/or litigation experience is preferred
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Job Posting End Date
October 18, 2026