Company Overview:

Our client is a leading global alternative asset manager with a significant presence in private equity, real estate, credit, and infrastructure. They manage investments on behalf of pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, and other institutional and individual investors worldwide. With a substantial portfolio and a global footprint, they are committed to delivering strong, long-term investment performance.

Role Overview:

This VP - Global Private Equity Tax Compliance role is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax compliance related to the firm's private equity investments globally. The role involves working closely with internal finance teams, external tax advisors, and investment professionals to ensure accurate and timely tax filings, optimize tax strategies, and mitigate tax risks. This position directly impacts the firm's profitability and reputation by ensuring compliance with complex tax regulations and identifying opportunities for tax efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement global tax compliance strategies for private equity investments, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

- Oversee the preparation and filing of all direct tax returns, including income tax, withholding tax, and other relevant taxes, across multiple jurisdictions.

- Manage relationships with external tax advisors and auditors, coordinating tax planning, compliance, and audit activities.

- Provide expert tax advice and guidance to investment teams on the tax implications of potential transactions, including structuring, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.

- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations globally, assessing the impact on the firm's private equity investments and implementing necessary adjustments to compliance processes.

- Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize the firm's tax position and minimize tax liabilities.

- Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

- Develop and maintain strong internal controls over tax compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of tax data.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, and operations teams, to ensure seamless integration of tax considerations into business processes.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in direct taxation, specifically related to private equity investments, including fund structuring, transaction planning, and compliance.

- Proven ability to manage complex tax compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and apply tax laws and regulations to specific situations.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate tax concepts to non-tax professionals.

- Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a team of tax professionals.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

- Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent qualification required.

- Minimum of 12-20 years of relevant experience in PE taxation, direct tax, and tax compliance.