Tax Manager – International Group

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to own the tax function for a fast‑growing international group based in Dubai. The role will oversee tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, partner with senior stakeholders and external advisors, and support strategic business initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all tax matters across the Group’s international operations, including corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax and other direct and indirect taxes.
• Coordinate tax reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions and ensure UAE Corporate Tax and VAT requirements are met.
• 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, assess impact and advise on tax planning initiatives.
• Manage tax audits, disputes and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Maintain a comprehensive tax compliance calendar and ensure statutory deadlines are met.

Required profile

• Qualified CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 8‑12 years of relevant tax experience, preferably with Big 4 or multinational group exposure.
• Strong background in international taxation, cross‑border transactions and UAE Corporate Tax/VAT.
• Experience with transfer‑pricing principles and documentation requirements.
• Ability to work independently in a standalone role and manage external advisors.
• Willingness to travel regularly to international operating locations.

Required skills

• Corporate income tax compliance
• VAT/GST compliance
• Withholding tax and treaty analysis
• Transfer‑pricing documentation and benchmarking
• International tax compliance and reporting
• Tax provision and financial reporting
• Tax legislation monitoring

What we offer

• Opportunity to build and own the tax function.
• High‑visibility role with direct access to senior leadership.
• Broad international scope across multiple jurisdictions.
• Exposure to complex cross‑border transactions and strategic projects.
• Dynamic and growing international business environment.
• Significant autonomy and decision‑making responsibility.