IN_Managing Director _Tax Policy_Others Policy_TRS_Gurugram

**Line of Service**

Tax

**Industry/Sector**

Not Applicable

**Specialism**

Operations

**Management Level**

Managing Director

**Job Description & Summary**

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In tax regulatory at PwC, you will focus on monitoring and interpreting tax regulations and legislation. In this field, you will provide advice and guidance to clients on the impact of regulatory changes, helping businesses stay compliant with tax laws and regulations and adapt their tax strategies accordingly.

Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more [about us](https://www.pwc.in/about-us.html).

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations

**Job Description & Summary:**

The candidate will lead and manage the tax policy function, conducting research and analysis on current and upcoming tax policies to develop informed perspectives. The role involves representing the organization in industry forums, collaborating with global teams on tax policy matters, and providing strategic guidance to clients on complex policy issues. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to thought leadership initiatives and engage in global tax policy projects as required.

**Responsibilities:**

The primary focus would be on the following

• Candidate will primarily engage with tax authorities and policy makers across various revenue departments within the GoI.

• Roles and responsibilities will primarily entail the following:

• Lead and manage Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) and Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) engagements, including strategy development, execution, and client advisory.

• Represent clients before the Dispute Resolution Panel (DRP) and Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)] in select tax controversy matters.

• Provide strategic guidance, technical support, and advisory assistance to the internal Tax and Policy Implementation Team (TapIT) on complex tax matters.

• Develop litigation and dispute resolution strategies and provide support in critical proceedings involving Transfer Pricing, Corporate Tax, Prosecution matters, Withholding Tax, Special Audits, Stay Applications, CPC-related matters, and other significant tax controversies.

• Advise on and represent clients in matters requiring approvals, clarifications, or relief from the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).

• Lead client pitches and business development initiatives related to APA, MAP, tax litigation, and dispute resolution services; conduct client workshops and participate in high-level client discussions.

• Provide strategic guidance and support in proceedings before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and other regulatory or investigative authorities.

Practice Building

• Delivery excellence and business understanding

• Build teams and capability

People & Practice

• Build and mentor a community of solvers who can shape the practice.

• Participate in grooming next set of leaders to have a strategic mindset.

Personal attributes

• Entrepreneurial

• Collaborative and approachable

• Strong leadership skills and personal stature to influence guide & motivate people.

• Strong team & people management skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; articulate, persuasive, and succinct.

• Good decision-making, planning and organizational skills.

• Exhibit the highest standards of professional integrity and ethics

**Mandatory skill sets:**

• Tax Policy Analysis

• Strategic Advisory

• Compliance and Risk management

• Delivery management

• Stakeholder collaboration

• Business development and delivery

**Preferred skill sets:**

• Strong strategic mindset and ability to generate and share a strategic vision

• Exemplary leadership skills and ability to influence the performance of others

• Intellectual curiosity and learning agility to stay relevant in a changing market

• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to forge trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders

**Years of experience** **required:**

18+ years

**Education qualification:**

Law Degree / PG

**Education** *(if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)*

Degrees/Field of Study required: Chartered Accountant Diploma

Degrees/Field of Study preferred

• **Certifications** *(if blank, certifications not specified)*

• **Required Skills**
• Tax Policy

• **Optional Skills**

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Strategy, Client Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Complying With Regulations, Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Exemplary Leadership, Financial Accounting, Inclusion, Influence, Innovation, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Preparing Tax Documents, Professional Courage {+ 19 more}

**Desired Languages** *(If blank, desired languages not specified)*

**Travel Requirements**

**Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?**

**Government Clearance Required?**

**Job Posting End Date**

August 10, 2026