Senior Associate / Associate (International Tax)

Job description

As a tax professional, you have tax knowledge at your fingertips and the heart to build a socially responsible taxpaying community. At IRAS, we offer you the space to apply your knowledge as we transform to redefine experiences for taxpayers. You will apply your resourcefulness, strong communication skills and expertise in administering a suite of tax services ranging from service, compliance and policy formulation. The result? Your mark of insight on tax services which are transformational. Successful hires for this role will be posted to MOF for 3 years in the first instance, before returning to IRAS. At MOF, you will have the opportunity to formulate and implement tax policies to ensure a pro-growth fiscal system that will expand Singapore’s economic space and promote our social objectives. You will continue to undergo training and milestone programmes with IRAS during your secondment to MOF. Responsibilities: As an International Tax Officer in MOF Tax Policy Directorate, you will advance Singapore's interests internationally through formulating and implementing international tax policies, including improving Singapore's Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreements (DTA) network and expanding the economic space for businesses based in Singapore. You may have the opportunity to attend and represent Singapore at international meetings, where you will engage other foreign tax jurisdictions and government officials. You will also be involved in the development of Singapore’s strategy and communications plan in response to key international tax developments that are expected to have a medium/long-term impact on Singapore. Requirements: · Background in Economics/Business/Accountancy, and experience in tax or international work, would be an advantage · Keen interest in, and passion for public policy work · Strong analytical ability with excellent communications skills · Excellent interpersonal skills to engage both internal and external stakeholders