International Tax Manager

About the role

A leading organization based in Dubai is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to oversee complex international tax matters across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in offshore and international tax structures, with hands-on experience in Isle of Man and/or Cayman Islands tax, corporate structuring, compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Lead tax planning, compliance and advisory activities across international and offshore jurisdictions.
• Advise on corporate structures, holding companies, trusts, funds and cross-border transactions.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, economic substance requirements and reporting obligations.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, regulators and service providers.
• Support business expansion, M&A transactions and restructuring from a tax perspective.
• Monitor regulatory and legislative changes affecting offshore structures and international operations.
• Advise senior leadership on tax risks, opportunities and optimization strategies.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or a related field; professional qualification preferred (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent).
• 7+ years of taxation experience, with a strong focus on Isle of Man and/or Cayman Islands jurisdictions.
• Experience in professional services firms, family offices, investment groups, financial services or multinational organizations.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of international tax, corporate structuring, economic substance regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and advisory skills.
• Preferred: Cayman Islands corporate and fund structures, Isle of Man tax and regulatory environment, cross-border tax planning and structuring, private wealth, family office or investment holding structures.