Senior ConsultantManager Tax Policy and Controversy

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Hei Oranga Iwi The opportunity

Due to strong market growth we are seeking a Senior Consultant or Manager to join EYs Tax Policy and Controversy team in New Zealand. You will play a pivotal role in resolving complex tax disputes and influencing the future of tax policy advising a diverse range of clientsfrom large corporates to entrepreneurial businesses and high-net-worth individuals.

This position offers significant variety combining technical analysis governance and control testing commercial acumen and the opportunity to drive strategic risk management initiatives. You will work at the forefront of tax developments helping clients navigate regulatory change get certainty and strengthen their tax governance frameworks.

Location: Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) preferred; however for the right applicant we would also consider Wellington (Te Whanganui-a-Tara) and Christchurch (Ōtautahi).

Ko Tō Rourou Your key responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex tax issues including controversy management technical interpretations and private binding ruling requests enabling robust positions and compliance with evolving legislation.
• Design and implement tax governance frameworks and control testing programs assessing operational effectiveness and supporting clients in meeting best practice standards.
• Prepare high-quality technical documentation including dispute resolution submissions technical advice papers voluntary disclosures penalty remission requests private binding ruling application.
• Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments providing proactive insights on tax policy changes and their commercial implications.
• Collaborate with clients regulators and internal teams to deliver strategic solutions that balance compliance risk management and business objectives.

Pūkenga Skills and attributes for success

• Extensive experience in professional tax advisory with a strong foundation in tax controversy management technical research and interpretation and policy analysis complemented by commercial insight.
• Proven ability to manage complex assignments independently applying sound judgment and strategic thinking to deliver outcomes in dispute resolution governance control testing and policy advocacy.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with a track record of engaging effectively with clients regulators and policymakers at all levels.

At EY we value potential as much as experience. If youre proactive eager to learn and passionate about making an impact wed love to hear from youeven if you dont tick every box. Your ability to grow and adapt matters most.

Ko TakuRourouWhat we offer you

At EYwellfuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected more.

• Careerdevelopment:At EY your career is yours to shape!Welldevelop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• Acomprehensivebenefitspackage: From a yearly wellness incentiveto access toadditional8 weeks of flex leave per year and family-friendly policies including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally equity and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities cultures sexual orientations and gender identities and are committed to providingan equitableand barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best andparticipateequitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting so if you have questions before or during your application we welcome you to get in touch ator(option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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