Tax Manager – International Group (Dubai)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead the tax function for a privately‑owned international group operating across multiple markets. Based in Dubai, the role will own tax compliance, risk management and strategic tax planning across a diverse portfolio of jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax and other direct and indirect tax obligations for the Group.
• Coordinate tax reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including UAE Corporate Tax and VAT.
• Review cross‑border transactions, intercompany arrangements, financing structures, dividends and royalty payments for tax implications.
• Support transfer‑pricing compliance, documentation reviews and benchmarking exercises.
• Liaise with external tax advisors on returns, opinions, audits and regulatory matters.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the business.
• Identify tax risks, implement controls and manage tax audits and disputes.
• Provide tax provisions and disclosures for financial reporting and maintain a tax compliance calendar.

Required profile

• Qualified CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 8‑12 years of tax experience, preferably in a Big 4 firm or multinational environment.
• Strong background in international taxation, cross‑border transactions and UAE Corporate Tax/VAT.
• Experience with transfer‑pricing principles, withholding taxes and international tax treaties.
• Ability to work independently, manage external advisors and travel regularly to international locations.

Required skills

• Corporate income tax compliance
• VAT/GST compliance
• Withholding tax administration
• Transfer‑pricing documentation
• International tax treaty analysis

What we offer

• Opportunity to build and own the tax function with high visibility to senior leadership.
• Broad international scope across multiple jurisdictions and exposure to complex cross‑border transactions.
• Significant autonomy and decision‑making responsibility in a dynamic, growing business.