Senior Tax Manager

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. Lead Maltese corporate and personal tax matters, including tax opinions and advice on transactions, restructurings, and private client structures .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeSwatar • MaltaSenior💰 €55,000 - €65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Maltese corporate taxation, tax advisory, and compliance, with a strong focus on managing client relationships and leading a tax compliance team. Proven ability to mentor team members, oversee complex tax matters, and support business development initiatives.

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Maltese Corporate TaxationTax Advisory and ComplianceTeam Supervision and ReviewClient Relationship ManagementBusiness Development

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Hard Skills

Tax OpinionsCross-Border TransactionsTechnical GuidanceWorkload PlanningCRS ComplianceFATCA ComplianceTax Compliance for TrustsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailCommercial Awareness

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProactive ApproachProfessionalismDiscretion

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCAACAMIT DiplomaADIT

Industry Keywords

CSPAccountancy PracticeTax Compliance TeamMalta Tax and Customs AdministrationPrivate Client Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Maltese corporate and personal tax matters, including tax opinions and advice on transactions, restructurings, and private client structures
Advise on Maltese tax treatment of cross-border transactions and international structures
Work with foreign advisers and specialists where needed
Oversee the Tax Compliance Team, including workload planning, deadlines, technical guidance, and review of complex files
Manage key client relationships, technical queries, escalated matters, and additional service opportunities
Liaise with the Malta Tax and Customs Administration on technical correspondence, assessments, refunds, and other client matters
Oversee tax compliance for trusts, foundations, and similar structures, including CRS and FATCA work
Support business development through prospect meetings, fee proposals, referral relationships, and cross-referrals
Work with senior management on budgets, pricing, profitability, hiring needs, revenue, pipeline, and utilisation
Mentor the team, improve departmental processes, and keep clients informed of relevant tax developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

ACCA, ACA, or equivalent accountancy qualification, or a warranted lawyer with tax experience
5+ years of relevant tax experience within a CSP, accountancy practice, or similar environment
Experience including team supervision and review
Strong knowledge of Maltese corporate taxation
Practical experience in tax advisory and compliance
Ability to manage clients and assignments independently
Ability to lead, delegate, review work, and develop team members
Strong organisational skills and ability to plan workloads, allocate resources, and manage deadlines
Commercial awareness and proactive approach to business development
Excellent communication skills in English
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion with confidential information
Exposure to cross-border tax, knowledge of trust and foundation taxation and CRS and FATCA, or a specialist tax qualification such as the MIT Diploma or ADIT is a plus
Candidates must already be based in Malta

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonus
Clear progression plan
Hybrid working with flexible hours
Longer weekends; on Fridays the office closes at 2pm
On-the-job training and mentoring
Free parking
Health insurance and wellness allowance
Study leave and sponsorships
Opportunities for career growth
Opportunities to attend industry events
Regular team building activities