Tax Services - Indirect Tax - Senior Manager

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About Us

With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future. 

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.

A career in our Customs and International Trade Tax practice, within Tax and Legal Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their customs and tax obligations across multiple territories. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas customs and tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, customs compliance, audit support and dispute resolution, cost-saving strategies, cross-tax advice and digital customs and international trade solutions and tools. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to help shape the trade agenda and be involved in strategic projects for customs and trade authorities in the region.

You will be part of a team that works regionally and will have the opportunity to deliver cross-territory projects, actively engaging with our global network of customs and international trade experts.

As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firms code of conduct, and independence requirements.

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Law, Economics, Taxation, or a related field (trade-related qualifications are advantageous but not mandatory).
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in customs, international trade and cross-border tax/legal services in Egypt and the Middle East.
• Previous experience in consulting, advisory or client-facing roles.
• Expertise in Customs and International Trade regulations, import-export taxes, customs procedures, post clearance audit and litigation.
• Proficiency in HS code classification, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) application, duty exemption policies, trade management solutions, and export controls.
• Experience in the operation of trade management solutions and ability to leverage trade technologies effectively to optimize operations, automate processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required.

At PwC Midde East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours of The PwC Professional framework, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level.

At PwC Middle East, you’ll find more than just a job - you’ll build a meaningful career, supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs that promote well-being, balance, and personal growth. You’ll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially here. Discover more about Life at PwC Middle East. 

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