EY Tax Policy & Controversy - Manager Nationals 

Kuwait 

492403328

MENA – Tax Policy & Controversy, Manager

The role involves leading client engagements on complex tax policy developments, managing tax disputes, and shaping strategies to help organizations navigate a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. As a manager, you will be responsible for project delivery, client relationship management, and team leadership, while also contributing to the growth and development of the practice.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead client engagements on tax policy and controversy matters, ensuring delivery of high-quality, timely advice.
• Advise multinational clients on legislative and regulatory changes impacting their tax positions and business operations.
• Manage tax controversy cases, including audits, disputes, and negotiations with tax authorities.
• Draft and review technical position papers, policy submissions, and advocacy materials.
• Provide strategic insights on global tax developments, including OECD initiatives, Pillar One and Two, and cross-border tax measures.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Manage engagement teams, mentor junior staff, and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.

To qualify for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Taxation, Economics, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree (LLM, master’s in taxation or equivalent) preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in tax policy, controversy working for a Big 4, law firm, government, multinational corporation.
• Strong understanding of domestic and international tax regimes, audit practices, and dispute resolution frameworks.
• Proven track record in managing client relationships and delivering complex tax projects.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with strong business acumen.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Direct experience engaging with tax authorities and policymakers.
• Deep knowledge of OECD tax reform initiatives, cross-border tax policies, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Experience in public policy advocacy, litigation support, or arbitration.
• Established network within the tax, regulatory, or policy community.

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