Tax Manager

We are a leading real estate development company, recognized for delivering exceptional projects globally and setting new benchmarks in the industry.

The Taxation Manager will be the subject matter expert on all tax related matters, with a primary focus on the new UAE Corporate Tax regime and its specific implications for the real estate sector. This role is critical for ensuring full compliance, optimizing our tax position, and mitigating risks across all development projects, investment holdings, and joint ventures. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of real estate transactions within a tax framework that is rapidly evolving.

• Lead the end to end Corporate Tax compliance process for the group, including preparation, review, and filing of CT returns.
• Analyze the tax implications of various real estate activities (development for sale, investment properties, owner occupied assets) to determine taxable income correctly.
• Advise on the eligibility and application of Free Zone and other tax incentives.
• Manage transfer pricing policies and documentation for inter company transactions and related party dealings.
• Develop and implement tax efficient structures for new projects, acquisitions, and disposals.
• Provide strategic tax advice on property acquisitions, disposals, mergers, and joint venture arrangements.
• Review sales and purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and development management agreements to identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Advise on the VAT treatment of real estate transactions (zero rated, exempt, standard rated) and ensure accurate recovery of input VAT.
• Manage withholding tax obligations on payments to non residents.
• Oversee the company's VAT compliance, including the preparation and submission of accurate VAT returns.
• Ensure correct VAT accounting for all real estate supplies (commercial/residential leases, property sales, service charges).
• Lead VAT refund processes, particularly for new construction projects where applicable.
• Maintain robust documentation to support the company's VAT positions.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls over all tax processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all tax audits and inquiries from the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks across the organization.
• Keep the senior management team informed of potential changes in tax legislation and their business impact.

• Collaborate with the IT and Finance departments to ensure ERP and accounting systems are configured correctly for tax reporting.
• Implement and leverage tax technology solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop and deliver tax training to finance and non finance staff.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 10 years of progressive tax experience, with at least 4 5 years focused on the real estate sector.
• Professional tax qualification (e.g., ADIT, CTA) or accounting qualification (e.g., CA, CPA, ACCA) is mandatory.
• Proven and in depth experience with the UAE tax system is essential, including direct hands on experience with Corporate Tax implementation and compliance.

• Expert knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax Law, VAT Law, and their specific application to real estate.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and its interaction with tax calculations.
• Proficiency with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to see the big picture and provide commercially astute tax advice.
• Excellent Communicator: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non specialists.
• Proactive & Hands On: A self starter who can operate independently in a fast paced environment.
• High Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards and commitment to compliance.
• Strong Leader: Ability to manage potential external advisors and influence internal stakeholders.

• Competitive salary and commission based incentives.
• A dynamic and professional work environment.
• Career growth opportunities in a leading real estate firm.

Send your resume to with the subject line Taxation Manager - Real Estate.