International Tax Specialist

June 13, 2026

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Company Description For over 40 years, IOTA Group has been empowering our clients to expand internationally, combining compliance, agility, and seamless local integration in more than 150 countries. We deliver tailor-made solutions that help our clients operate confidently across borders, whether through Employer of Record services, technical consulting, international payroll management, or global recruitment. What sets IOTA apart is the strength of our global network, bringing together 165,000 professionals and a dedicated team committed to excellence. With our international subsidiaries, we combine global standards with deep local expertise, ensuring smooth and compliant operations wherever our clients grow. At IOTA, trust is our foundation. We build long-term partnerships rooted in transparency, reliability, and compliance, empowering global success. Job Description This role is positioned as a senior individual contributor within Group Finance, with high technical autonomy and responsibility over international tax matters, but without formal people management. The International Tax Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating direct and indirect tax matters across the international group perimeter within a service‑sector international group. The role ensures tax compliance, risk control, and sound tax governance in a complex multi‑jurisdictional environment (Europe, Africa, Asia, UAE), while proactively identifying tax optimization and incentive opportunities supporting the Group’s operations and innovation activities. Key Responsibilities Direct & Indirect Tax Coordinate corporate income tax compliance and withholding tax matters for international group entities ; Identify and document key tax risks (TP, substance, transfer pricing) ; Review current and deferred tax positions for group reporting ; Act as group reference for VAT/GST, ensuring correct treatment of cross‑border and intercompany flows ; Coordinate and support tax audits and inspections (CIT, VAT, other local taxes). Transfer Pricing & Intercompany Support transfer pricing governance and documentation with external advisors ; Review intercompany agreements and pricing models to ensure tax and VAT consistency ; Support audit defense related to intercompany transactions. Tax Governance, Reporting & Local Taxes Contribute to group tax policies, standards, and audit readiness ; Monitor tax law developments across key jurisdictions (Switzerland, EU, UAE, Asia, Africa) ; Oversee other local taxes (payroll taxes, stamp duties, local levies) in coordination with finance teams. Tax Incentives & Business Support Identify and support tax incentives and tax credit opportunities ; Act as key tax partner for Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders ; Provide pragmatic tax guidance on strategic projects (new jurisdictions, restructuring, contracts). Qualifications Education Master’s degree in Tax or Law Swiss tax diploma or LL.M. in Tax is an advantage Experience 10 years of experience in international tax Proven ability to operate independently at group level Strong exposure to direct tax, indirect tax, and tax audits Service‑sector experience preferred Knowledge of African tax environments is a strong asset Technical Skills Solid expertise inInternational corporate tax VAT in cross‑border service models Double tax treaties Transfer pricing and MDR knowledge Familiarity with R&D tax credits (CIR) and innovation incentives is an advantage Personal Attributes High level of autonomy and accountability Structured, risk‑aware, and analytical Comfortable representing the Group in tax audits and authority discussions Able to bridge technical tax topics and operational realities. Languages English and French fluent Additional languages are an asset Additional Information Permanent position - full Remote Start date July 1st, 2026 (negotiable) Apply To This Job

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