Tax Assistant Director, SEA (Regional Tax Manager)

About the role

A client is looking for an experienced tax professional to oversee regional tax planning, compliance, governance and transfer pricing across several Asian markets. The role works closely with regional finance teams and senior stakeholders to ensure compliance with tax regulations, manage tax exposures and support business growth through tax planning and structuring. It suits someone with strong international tax expertise and the ability to handle complex cross-border matters.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional tax strategies and oversee tax governance and risk management across jurisdictions
• Review tax structures, monitor legislative changes and advise on tax implications of restructuring, investments, acquisitions and divestments
• Advise on tax incentives and help build mitigation strategies for tax risks
• Oversee transfer pricing compliance, coordinate transfer pricing documentation and support country-by-country reporting and global minimum tax obligations
• Manage corporate tax compliance, coordinate tax returns and statutory filings, and support audits, enquiries and disputes
• Work with finance, legal and business teams, and with external advisers and tax authorities

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Law, Finance or a related discipline
• At least 8 years of relevant tax experience, ideally including about 5 years in a Big Four accounting firm
• Experience managing tax compliance, audits and engagements with tax authorities
• Comfortable working across jurisdictions and engaging with senior stakeholders

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of international taxation, cross-border transactions and regional tax structuring
• Solid understanding of transfer pricing principles, documentation and regulatory frameworks
• Familiarity with international tax reporting frameworks and global tax regulations
• Analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills, with strong communication and stakeholder management