VP / Associate Director - M&A Transaction Tax

Our client is the dedicated holding and investment vehicle for one of the world's largest pools of capital under management. Operating globally with expanding operations in Asia-Pacific, the firm manages a multi-billion-dollar strategy spanning early-stage venture through to major buyouts and controlling stakes, all focused on creating lasting value and societal impact.

We are seeking a high-caliber VP / Associate Director - M&A Transaction Tax to partner directly with our VP of Tax and regional executive leadership. In this high-impact position, you will hold full ownership across APAC, steering complex cross-border M&A deal structuring, post-acquisition integration, transfer pricing, and strategic tax planning across the region.

Job Description

• M&A Structuring & Deal Execution: Lead M&A tax strategy across the region, directing tax due diligence, deal structuring, valuation modeling, and cross-border transaction mechanics for acquisitions, joint ventures, spin-offs, and divestitures.

• Post-Merger Integration & Optimization: Drive post-acquisition tax integration initiatives, optimizing holding structures, operational transfer pricing models, debt financing structures, and supply chain tax efficiencies to enhance post-deal synergies.

• Strategic Advisory & Partnering: Act as the primary tax advisor to regional leadership, corporate development, and business unit heads, embedding tax-efficient planning into broader commercial deals and strategic corporate initiatives.

• Cross-Border Tax & Controversy: Lead APAC controversy and defense strategies, overseeing complex international tax disputes, tax audits, and APA negotiations with regional tax authorities in partnership with external advisors.

• Global Tax Reform & Risk Management: Evaluate emerging international tax regimes—including OECD BEPS 2.0 (Pillar 1 & Pillar 2) and local tax reforms—to assess impact on cross-border transaction models and regional operating structures.

• External Audit & Compliance Oversight: Partner with Big 4 auditors and local advisors to ensure seamless statutory tax compliance, accurate financial accounting for deal-related tax positions, and robust internal controls.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or Law, accompanied by a recognized professional designation (CPA, ACCA, CTA, or Chartered Accountant).

• Experience: 12+ years of progressive tax experience within Big 4 transaction tax practices and/or corporate M&A tax functions in global MNCs.

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of international tax frameworks, cross-border M&A mechanics, transfer pricing, indirect taxes, and treaty analysis across key APAC jurisdictions. Strong familiarity with the Japanese tax system is a significant advantage.

• Strategic & Deal Mindset: Proven ability to translate complex international tax concepts into actionable commercial solutions for corporate development and executive teams.

• Stakeholder Management: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of successfully managing cross-functional deal teams, external advisors, and regional tax authorities.