EY Strategy & Transactions SaT - Advisory Associate Director 

Ireland, Cork 

285250696

Requisition Id : 1633772

TAX - Indirect Tax - Core :

Your key responsibilities

Technical Excellence

Conduct technical assessments to determine applicability of Indian Standards (IS) and Quality Control Orders (QCOs) to various products.
Assist in preparing documentation and coordinating with foreign clients for BIS license applications (CRS & FMCS).
Support in liaising with BIS authorities and other line ministries (e.g., DPIIT, Ministry of Steel, MHI, MeitY).
Draft and review applications, declarations, technical dossiers, and test instructions as per BIS requirements.
Coordinate with labs and certification bodies for sample testing and audit scheduling.
Assist in preparation of policy representations, exemption/extension requests, and clarifications.
Track regulatory changes including new QCO notifications, amendments to Indian Standards, and WTO notifications.
Maintain client trackers, manage internal documentation, and ensure timely project delivery.
Support during BIS factory audits and facilitate post-licensing compliance (STIs, marking fee payments, etc.)

Skills and attributes

To qualify for the role you must have
Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Science.
2–4 years of relevant experience in regulatory compliance, BIS licensing, or allied trade & standards practice.
Strong understanding of Indian regulatory framework (especially BIS Act, QCO process, and Indian Standards system).
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) – ability to engage with both Indian authorities and foreign clients.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Science.
1–4 years of relevant experience in regulatory compliance, BIS licensing, or allied trade & standards practice.
Strong understanding of Indian regulatory framework (especially BIS Act, QCO process, and Indian Standards system).
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) – ability to engage with both Indian authorities and foreign clients.

What we look for

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful and able to sustain postivie energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach.

What we offer

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.