Hiring: Principal – Direct Tax Advisory | FEMA 

Location: Mumbai
Designation: Principal – Direct Tax Advisory
Qualification: CA – Qualified Chartered Accountant
Experience: Relevant experience in Direct Tax Advisory with exposure to FEMA 

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Principal – Direct Tax Advisory to join a leading advisory firm in Mumbai. The role will focus on providing strategic tax advisory solutions to clients, with strong exposure to Direct Tax, FEMA regulations and M&A transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Direct Tax Advisory engagements for clients across various sectors.

• Provide advisory on complex Income Tax matters, tax planning and structuring.

• Advise clients on FEMA and cross-border transactions, including regulatory and tax implications.

• Support M&A transactions, including tax due diligence, transaction structuring and evaluating tax implications.

• Handle complex tax research, interpretation of laws and preparation of advisory opinions.

• Work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality tax solutions.

• Review and guide the work of junior team members.

• Participate in client meetings and contribute to developing long-term client relationships.

• Support business development initiatives, proposals and presentations as required.

• Keep the team and clients updated on relevant changes in tax and regulatory laws.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).

• Strong experience in Direct Tax Advisory.

• Good working knowledge of FEMA and cross-border regulations.

• Prior exposure to M&A / transaction advisory will be an added advantage.

• Strong analytical, research, client management and communication skills.

• Experience in a Big 4 / leading advisory or professional services firm would be preferred.