Head of Tax and Compliance

at  Ghobash Trading And Investment Co Ltd

Company Description
Ghobash Trading & Investment (GTI) is actively engaged in multi-asset class investment activities across various geographies. These activities are carried out by a highly qualified and experienced in-house team of investment professionals. The team uses an ‘Asset Allocation Matrix’ to realize risk adjusted returns on invested capital over a long-term period.
The Company’s investment activities include direct investments in startups, taking stakes in established businesses, acquisitions of business enterprises and setting-up new businesses through collaborative joint venture route.
GTI is also active in private financial investments, including private equity and debt, venture capital, real estate, and publicly listed financial investments.
Job Description
As Head of Tax, the role involves overseeing all aspects of tax operations, including guiding the development and implementation of tax strategy, management systems, and control frameworks. The Head of Tax will provide strategic tax advisory services to support corporate operations and various functions, while managing global tax compliance such as Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), transfer pricing, and country-by-country reporting. They will ensure effective management of the company’s tax rate (ETR), review tax disclosures and deferred tax liabilities, and handle new tax implementations and uncertain tax positions across multiple countries. Additionally, the role includes ensuring compliance with Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) and Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) requirements. This role will collaborate closely with corporate and regional teams, offering crucial tax insights and guidance on business plans, tax assessments, digital expansions, market entries, and other strategic corporate initiatives.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree, complemented by professional certification in Tax (e.g., CTA).
• Additional professional certification in Accounting (e.g., ACA, CPA, ACCA) is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in tax management, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven track record of operational management, strategic planning, and project management in tax related roles
• Understanding of various tax structures and international taxes, regulatory environments, and market dynamics
• Experience in a family conglomerate or diversified business environment is a plus.
• Experience in industries relevant to Ghobash Group’s portfolio, such as technology, healthcare, industrial, and financial assets.
• Proven track record in leading and managing change initiatives, particularly those related to tax management frameworks and practices.
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SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of tax principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with international tax practices and regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive and results-oriented, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Ability to lead and manage change initiatives related to tax management frameworks and practices.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to the company’s long-term tax planning and compliance strategies.
• Proficiency in written and spoken Arabic is preferred.

Please refer the Job description for details