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Group Tax Manager
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Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region's first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Read more here:
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tax Manager to join our Group Tax team. The candidate will work alongside the existing Tax Senior Manager and report directly to the Head of Group Tax. This role is critical to supporting the Group's international tax strategy, ensuring compliance with emerging tax regulations (notably Pillar Two and DMTT), and providing hands-on guidance across our regional operations.
Key Responsibilities- International Tax Compliance: Ensure the Group's compliance with global tax regulations including Pillar Two, CbCR, and DMTT laws in the region.
- Advisory & Planning: Provide proactive tax advice on cross-border transactions, group restructurings, and intercompany arrangements.
- Transfer Pricing: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of TP documentation, contribute to the value chain analysis, and support TP audits.
- Tax Risk & Governance: Assist in building and maintaining a robust tax risk framework and internal controls. Contribute to policy development and risk registers.
- Audit Management: Support group entities with tax audits and disputes. Liaise with external advisors and legal counsel where needed.
- Tax Reporting & Forecasting: Contribute to tax provision calculations, ETR monitoring, and quarterly group tax reporting.
- Collaboration: Work closely with group tax and finance teams, external consultants, legal, and regulatory bodies across multiple jurisdictions.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, law, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in international tax.
- ADIT-qualified or in progress (strongly preferred).
- Proven experience in tax advisory, compliance, and audits across multiple jurisdictions.
- Strong working knowledge of OECD guidelines and MENA region tax laws.
Core Competencies:
- Strong technical knowledge of corporate taxation, transfer pricing, and international tax principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Highly collaborative and proactive mindset.
Preferred Attributes:
- Familiarity with Pillar Two implementation.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems and tax automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx).
- Resilient, agile, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
If you meet the criteria and are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application, you will need the following document(s):
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**Your key responsibilities**
You will work hand in hand with our tax and accounting professionals to help deliver our clients’ compliance and reporting needs. You will also establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships with clients to help ensure that the services delivered are of the highest standards and are done on time.
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**Skills and attributes for success**
If you are an excellent communicator and detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working across borders with a wide network of people and with large amount of data, you will be perfect for the role.
**To qualify for the role you must have**
- A bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials in accounting, business, finance, taxation or any related essential fields.
- Preferably an MBA, Masters or another related advanced degree and/or professional qualifications e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent qualification.
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**What we look for**
Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.
**What we offer**
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
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- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
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