Corporate Tax Manager - International Tax

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Manager – International Tax to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in UAE corporate tax, international taxation, cross-border transactions, tax planning, and compliance, with previous experience working at a Tax Manager level.
This is a senior position requiring someone who can independently manage complex tax matters, advise management on tax implications, and work closely with finance, legal, and other business functions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage UAE Corporate Tax matters, including compliance, tax planning, assessments, and reporting.
Provide expert guidance on international tax and cross-border transactions.
Advise on the UAE Corporate Tax implications of international investments, entities, transactions, and business structures.
Manage tax implications relating to cross-border transactions, related-party transactions, and group structures.
Monitor developments in UAE and international tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
Support tax planning, structuring, and risk management initiatives.
Review and manage corporate tax returns, tax computations, disclosures, and supporting documentation.
Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and other applicable tax requirements.
Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, legal advisors, and other professional consultants when required.
Assist with tax audits, enquiries, assessments, and disputes.
Provide guidance on Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) and international tax principles.
Review transfer pricing arrangements and ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.
Identify potential tax risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
Work closely with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and provisioning.
Prepare tax-related reports, analysis, and presentations for senior management.
Provide tax advice on new investments, acquisitions, disposals, restructuring, and other strategic transactions.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of professional tax experience, with substantial experience in a UAE-based environment.
Previous experience working as a Tax Manager is mandatory.
Strong hands-on experience in UAE Corporate Tax.
Strong expertise in International Tax and cross-border taxation.
A professional tax/accounting qualification such as CTA, ACCA, ACA, CA, CPA, or equivalent is highly preferred.
Experience handling tax matters for companies with international operations, investments, or group structures.
Strong knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax regulations and tax compliance requirements.
Good understanding of Transfer Pricing principles and documentation.
Knowledge of Double Taxation Agreements and international tax frameworks.
Experience with tax planning, tax structuring, and identifying tax risks.
Experience dealing with tax authorities, audits, assessments, and external advisors.
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
Ability to independently manage complex tax matters and provide commercially practical advice.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax/accounting systems.
Candidates must be currently based in the UAE.
Benefits
Competitive salary package
Senior-level role with significant responsibility
Exposure to complex UAE and international tax matters
Opportunity to work closely with senior management
Professional growth and development opportunities

Work arrangement
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