Global Tax Lead

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a growing international digital business to appoint its first dedicated Global Tax Lead - a pivotal hire who will take ownership of the company's global tax function.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced tax professional to move beyond traditional compliance responsibilities and play a strategic role in shaping the company's global tax framework.

Based in Singapore, you will oversee the local corporate tax and GST function while leading indirect tax compliance across multiple international markets, including the EU, UK, US, Japan, South Korea and Australia.

As the company's first dedicated tax hire, you will have the autonomy to build the function from the ground up - establishing processes, shaping the operating model, managing external tax advisors and determining the right balance between in-house capabilities and outsourced support.

Working closely with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders, you will also provide strategic tax guidance on international expansion, cross-border transactions and evolving global tax regulations.

If you enjoy taking ownership, solving complex international tax challenges and building something from the ground up, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Global Tax Ownership & Compliance

• Take ownership of Singapore corporate income tax and GST matters, including tax provisions, ECI, Form C filings and IRAS correspondence.
• Oversee global indirect tax compliance arising from cross-border digital services, including VAT, GST, consumption tax and sales tax across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage tax registrations, filings, payments and monitoring of relevant thresholds and tax nexus requirements.

2. Build & Scale the Tax Function

• Establish scalable tax processes, compliance calendars and internal controls across multiple jurisdictions.
• Develop the global tax operating model, determining which activities should be managed internally versus outsourced.
• Appoint and manage external tax advisors and service providers, ensuring quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to leverage tax technology and automation to improve compliance and reporting efficiency.
• Build and develop an internal tax team as the business grows.

3. International Tax Advisory

• Provide guidance on cross-border tax matters, including permanent establishment risks, withholding tax, treaty relief and transfer pricing.
• Advise on intercompany arrangements, digital services taxes and global minimum tax (Pillar Two).
• Assess tax implications arising from international business expansion, overseas vendor arrangements and new commercial initiatives.
• Monitor regulatory developments and proactively assess their potential impact on the business.

4. Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary tax advisor to senior management, translating complex tax matters into practical business recommendations.
• Partner with Finance, Legal and HR on payroll tax, employee mobility, contractual tax considerations and new business initiatives.
• Manage tax audits, inquiries and correspondence with tax authorities across relevant jurisdictions.
• Exercise independent judgment on day-to-day tax matters while providing clear recommendations on key strategic decisions.

What We're Looking For

• At least 8 years of relevant tax experience, ideally combining professional services and in-house exposure.
• Strong technical knowledge of Singapore corporate income tax and GST.
• Hands-on experience managing international indirect tax compliance, particularly for digital services, e-commerce, gaming or online platforms.
• Exposure to major tax jurisdictions such as the EU, UK, US and Japan.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, CA, ACCA, CTA, Singapore Chartered Tax Professional or equivalent.
• Ability to independently manage tax matters while working effectively with external advisors.
• Strong commercial judgment and the ability to communicate complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Previous Big 4 tax advisory experience complemented by in-house tax exposure.
• Experience within gaming, internet, technology, app-based or digital platform businesses.
• Exposure to Pillar Two / Global Minimum Tax, including Globe reporting and Singapore's MTT/DTT requirements.
• Familiarity with app store tax rules, marketplace facilitator regulations and direct-to-consumer payment models.
• Experience establishing a tax function or building tax processes and teams from scratch.
• Familiarity with tax automation platforms such as Avalara or Vertex.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Build from 0 to 1: Become the company's first dedicated tax leader and shape the global tax function.
• Global Exposure: Take ownership of tax matters spanning multiple international markets and regulatory environments.
• Strategic Influence: Work directly with senior management and influence business decisions beyond routine tax compliance.
• Ownership & Autonomy: Define the tax operating model, engage external partners and establish long-term capabilities.
• Future Leadership: Opportunity to develop and lead an internal tax team as the business continues to expand.

Regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
EA Registration Number: R1878287
Business Registration Number: 201735941W.