About the Role
As a Manager in International Tax Services / M&A, you will work as part of a team delivering and leading complex cross-border tax advisory projects. This includes tax structuring and transaction support for mergers and acquisitions. You will engage in advising on inbound and outbound transactions with a focus on supporting international expansions and cross-border investments.
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How You’ll Contribute
In this role, you will:
- Lead end-to-end tax advisory engagements, including due diligence, tax modeling, structuring alternatives, and implementation of roadmaps for regional and multinational clients.
- Translate complex international tax rules and local regulations into practical guidance, controls, and client-specific operating procedures for deal execution. This will involve coordinating and collaborating with the regional/global network.
- Design and operationalize tax-efficient structures by coordinating stakeholders such as finance and legal teams.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, providing timely insights on evolving tax regulations and their implications for their business.
- Lead cross-functional delivery teams, coaching Seniors and Associates, embedding quality & risk management standards, and managing ambiguity to keep engagements on track.
- Support business development by developing solutions for RFPs, scoping statements of work, and collaborating across the regional/global network to build a healthy pipeline.
- Advise on outbound transactions, ensuring tax-efficient structuring for investments and expansions into foreign jurisdictions while managing associated risks.
- Contribute to internal knowledge assets and client-facing materials, including playbooks, training, and thought leadership tailored to M&A and international tax in the Middle East.
- Monitor global and regional regulatory developments and proactively brief clients and internal teams on implications for deal structuring from a tax perspective.
What You’ll Bring
- Demonstrated experience in tax advisory and international tax matters, including exposure to cross-border and outbound tax advisory. Familiarity with Pillar Two regulations is beneficial.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Designations & Certifications: Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent are essential.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of international tax principles, cross-border transaction structuring, and M&A tax considerations, as well as proficiency in tax due diligence, deal modeling, and integration planning.
Soft Skills:
- Leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities under tight deadlines.
Language Skills
- Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
Travel Requirements
You should have the flexibility to travel, which may require working away from your base office location on a regular basis, resulting in frequent overnight stays. Your preferences will be taken into account to balance career development/personal needs with those of the business and clients.
How You’ll Make a Difference
We expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviors of The Professional framework, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing as leaders at every level.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We offer more than just a job; you’ll build a meaningful career supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs that promote well-being, balance, and personal growth. You'll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity.
