Consultant - VAT Advisory (Indirect Tax), Dubai

About the role

Grant Thornton UAE's Tax practice advises organisations on the UAE and international tax landscape, covering Corporate Tax, International Tax, Indirect Tax (VAT/excise) and Transfer Pricing. This consultant role sits within the VAT advisory and compliance work, supporting a diverse client portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Build and develop client relationships through day-to-day contact and clear communication.
• Understand clients' business operations to give tailored, technically accurate tax advice.
• Keep clients informed on the progress of ongoing engagements and gather the information needed.
• Work on VAT advisory and compliance engagements and on VAT and tax due diligence projects.
• Deliver practical, timely solutions to client VAT queries.
• Prepare clear, well-structured draft reports and working papers.
• Collaborate with the team and support seniors across multiple client engagements.
• Support the preparation of client proposals.
• Follow risk and compliance guidelines and give technical input on legislative changes and FTA guidance.
• Use technology tools to deliver work efficiently for review.

Required profile

• 3+ years of related experience in VAT and GST, as well as M&A tax.
• Pursuit of a CTA, ACCA, CPA or an equivalent tax qualification is preferred.
• Attention to detail and strong written and spoken English; Arabic speaking is an advantage.
• Willingness to work additional hours and travel to client sites.

Required skills

• VAT and GST advisory and compliance.
• Tax due diligence.
• Teamwork and the ability to work independently on small engagements.

What we offer

• A competitive compensation package.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development support.
• Wellbeing and community initiatives.