
Grant Thornton
Director ā Direct Tax
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
- Urgent
Job expiry date: 07/11/2025
Job overview
Date posted
23/09/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 60,000 - 100,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Director
Qualification
Professional qualification
Expiration date
07/11/2025
Job description
As a Director, you will lead direct tax advisory and compliance projects, guiding clients through evolving tax regulations and developing strategies to optimize their tax positions. The Direct Tax service line at Grant Thornton UAE provides strategic tax advisory, compliance, and risk management services related to corporate tax, transfer pricing, and international tax matters. The team helps businesses navigate complex tax landscapes, ensuring compliance while optimizing tax efficiency. You will proactively support clients in managing tax risks, structuring cross-border transactions, and resolving complex tax challenges.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Build strong client relationships, understanding their business needs, and delivering value-driven tax solutions
- Advise clients on corporate tax strategies, transfer pricing, and international tax compliance
- Lead complex tax projects, including structuring, risk assessments, and dispute resolution
- Stay ahead of evolving tax regulations and proactively guide clients on changes that impact them
- Develop high-quality tax reports and presentations for senior stakeholders
- Manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of growth and excellence
Experience & skills
- 7+ years of experience in Direct Tax, Corporate Tax, or International Tax
- Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CTA, CPA, or equivalent)
- Strong technical expertise in corporate tax laws, transfer pricing, and international tax frameworks
- Experience in the GCC or international tax environment is highly desirable
- Proven ability to advise clients on complex tax matters, structuring, and compliance
- Exceptional leadership and business development skills to drive growth and client relationships
- Strong written and spoken English
- Flexibility to travel and work additional hours when required