:Job Summary:The Global Tax Director will:a) oversee Agility\'s tax compliance and new business projects, monitor new tax legislation, and implement tax efficiencies for the group, with a current focus on UAE Corporate Tax and OECD Pillar 2, andb) manage the tax control framework and day-to-day tax activities and act as the Main Business Point of Contact for all tax matters for both internal and external stakeholders.You are an experienced tax professional, with 10+ years\' tax experience and able to provide added value to the overall Tax department. The jobholder will be expected to deputize for the Global Tax Director.Your Responsibilities
Manage the Group Tax control framework and day-to-day Tax affairs, including the group\'s tax compliance, providing strategic direction, technical guidance, and acting proactively as the Business Partner for both Agility Corporate office and Agility\'s global Businesses.
You will be working on:
the implementation of the UAE CT,
the implementation of the OECD Pillar 2,
designing and implementing Transfer Pricing optimizations,
designing and implementing the Groups tax control framework,
tax returns and related documents to ensure compliance,
the preparation of worldwide transfer pricing documentation, including master file, local files, and country by country reporting, and
any other requirements.
Recognize technical tax issues, perform research and analysis to support management decision-making.
Ensure appropriate tax advice is sought to identify risks, opportunities, and steps for implementation.
Partner and manage the relationship with external tax advisors and Tax Authorities.
Responsible to provide tax provisions and forecasts to facilitate the decision-making process.
Pursues refunds, credits and incentives as the company moves into new markets or new locations to maximize tax benefits to the company.
Works closely with the Corporate Team: Accounting, Legal, FP&A and the local Tax and Finance teams.
Remain up to date with new legislation.
Requirements:Your Qualifications
Bachelors\' degree in Tax Law/Economics/Accounting. Master\'s degree in corporate taxation is preferred.
Formal tax qualification / membership from CTA, IFA, NOB, or similar body is preferred.
Minimum 10 years\' experience in a Big Four Tax firm, and / or as an in-house tax professional with an international organization.
Experienced in operating with the top levels within an organization; experienced in people management for regular contact with employees, managers and executives across all functions and geographies of the organization, both remotely and in person.
Accustomed to regular external contact with Tax Authorities, government agencies, lawyers, and 3rd party service providers.
Your Proficiencies
Good finance/tax knowledge along with well-developed IT skills with SAP, Oracle, Cognos and/or MS Office.
Proven ability to take ownership of a project from start to completion.
Analytical, strong attention to detail, strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to build and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Management and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage virtual teams.