Senior Manager - Direct Tax

Job Title: Senior Manager - Direct Tax (Search & Seizure )

Location: Delhi (Work from Office)

Industry: Consulting / Tax Advisory / CA Firm

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced tax professional with deep expertise in Search & Seizure cases, Direct Tax litigation, and Domestic Tax Laws. The role involves leading complex tax matters, handling high-stakes search & seizure operations, and representing clients before tax authorities. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in managing tax assessments, appeals, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Search & Seizure (Primary Focus)

- Lead and manage cases related to Income Tax Search & Seizure (Raids) under Section 132 & 133A.

- Provide strategic advisory on post-search legal matters, undisclosed income, and settlement options.

- Handle documentation, asset tracing, and response strategy for clients under scrutiny.

- Assist in managing provisional attachment of assets and compliance with tax investigation proceedings.

- Represent clients before Investigation Wing, Settlement Commission, and Appellate Authorities.

2. Direct Tax Litigation & Compliance

- Handle assessment, reassessment, and appeal proceedings before tax tribunals.

- Represent clients in dispute resolution proceedings under DRP, ITAT, High Court, and Supreme Court.

- Develop defense strategies and draft submissions for complex tax litigations.

- Conduct tax audits, advisory, and compliance reviews for corporations and HNIs.

3. Regulatory & Stakeholder Management

- Liaise with income tax authorities, legal teams, and forensic experts in search & seizure cases.

- Keep up with evolving tax regulations, amendments, and judicial rulings impacting direct taxation.

- Advise senior management on tax risk mitigation and structuring transactions for tax efficiency.

Key Skills & Requirements:

- Qualification: CA/LLB with 3+ years of experience in Direct Tax, with a strong focus on Search & Seizure cases.

- Expertise in Sections 132, 133A, 153A, and 153C of the Income Tax Act.

- Extensive experience in handling raid cases, forensic tax investigations, and undisclosed income assessments.

- Strong knowledge of domestic tax laws, tax litigation, and tribunal representation.

- Ability to work under high-pressure situations and provide strategic legal solutions.

- Prior experience in Big 4, tax consulting firms, or litigation practice is preferred.