Vice President, Regional Tax Greater Singapore Area

The Company is seeking a Manager / Vice President for Regional Tax to play a pivotal role in shaping tax strategy across its wholesale banking franchise in Asia. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing trusted tax advice and oversight, with a focus on Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea. This role involves approving new product proposals, providing tax advice on various transactions, and ensuring effective tax risk management across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree with a recognized tax or accounting qualification, at least 10-12 years' of relevant taxation experience, and a strong knowledge of Singapore tax and international tax principles. Experience in advising on cross-border transactions, withholding taxes, tax treaties, and transfer pricing is essential. Key responsibilities for the Manager / Vice President, Regional Tax include leading discussions on regional and global recharge arrangements, reviewing tax clauses in agreements, and monitoring tax issues related to the establishment, restructuring, and liquidation of entities. The role also requires the candidate to provide tax advice on strategic and ad hoc projects, monitor tax developments across Asia, and communicate relevant implications to CFOs and business stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a pragmatic and business-oriented approach, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience in banking or financial services, exposure to transfer pricing, BEPS, and Pillar Two initiatives, and experience in managing tax audits and tax controversy matters across multiple jurisdictions are preferred.

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