Tax Associate Director
Role description
From the employerWhat You'll Do
Tax Advisory
Lead and deliver complex tax advisory engagements across a diverse client portfolio
Advise clients on corporate tax planning, group restructuring, M&A tax considerations, and cross-border tax matters Review and sign off on advisory deliverables — technical papers, tax opinions, and client presentations Stay current on Malaysian tax legislation and IRB developments — proactively advising clients on implications and opportunities Business Development Leverage your existing network to identify and convert new business opportunities Lead client pitches, proposal preparation, and presentations to prospective clients Represent the firm at industry events and networking functions Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders — CFOs, Finance Directors, and Tax Heads Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop the tax team — building technical capability and professional confidence Contribute to internal training, knowledge sharing, and practice development initiatives Work closely with Partners on the strategic growth of the tax advisory practice
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field
Professional qualification — CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent; CTIM membership is strongly preferred Minimum 13–15 years of progressive tax experience with a strong focus on tax advisory Proven track record in business development — has personally grown a client portfolio or driven revenue Strong technical knowledge of Malaysian corporate tax and cross-border tax matters; working knowledge of transfer pricing Open to candidates with experience across commercial and shared service centre environments Excellent communication and presentation skills — able to translate complex tax matters into clear, actionable advice