Senior Tax Policy Expert – UAE Federal Tax Authority

About the role

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) seeks a Senior Tax Policy Expert to lead the development, review and implementation of tax policies and legislation in the United Arab Emirates. The role combines deep technical tax knowledge with strategic advisory to ensure alignment with national fiscal objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and advice on the formulation and review of tax policy and legislation, ensuring alignment with FTA activities and UAE government principles.
• Identify and recommend improvement opportunities based on policy trends and FTA performance.
• Draft, review and support the implementation of new tax laws and related regulations.
• Collaborate with Legal Affairs to address tax‑related conflicts, challenges and disputes.
• Manage taxpayer clarification and input tax apportionment applications.
• Prepare and disseminate taxpayer communications, including guides, public clarifications and business bulletins.
• Oversee internal operational tax policies and assess the impact of policy changes.
• Lead FTA’s tax policy engagement across the GCC region.
• Consult with Tax Registration, Returns, Compliance, Enforcement and Legal teams on complex policy issues.
• Design and deliver employee training on tax policy, enforcement and compliance topics.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law or Accounting.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in a tax advisory role.
• Extensive background in both indirect taxes (VAT, Excise) and direct taxes (Corporate tax, Withholding tax).

Required skills

• VAT and Excise tax expertise.
• Corporate tax and Withholding tax knowledge.
• Strong understanding of tax policy formulation and legislative processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with legal and compliance functions.