Tax Manager Global Mobility & Expatriates

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

The Tax Manager Global Mobility & Expatriates will manage and advise on expatriate tax compliance and international mobility tax matters for corporate clients and their employees. This role requires strong technical expertise in expatriate tax, hands-on compliance management, and the ability to deliver consulting solutions to multinational organizations navigating cross-border workforce challenges.
Key Responsibilities

  • Manage expatriate tax compliance processes, including reviewing and filing tax returns for inbound and outbound employees.
  • Advise clients on global mobility issues such as tax equalization, compensation structuring, relocation packages, and international assignments.
  • Interpret and apply international tax treaties, residency rules, and multi-jurisdictional compliance requirements.
  • Oversee expatriate payroll compliance, ensuring accurate withholding, reporting, and alignment with local laws.
  • Lead client engagements and provide strategic tax planning advice to minimize risks and optimize tax outcomes.
  • Manage and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional development.
  • Develop strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on expatriate tax and mobility strategies.
  • Stay current on international tax legislation, mobility trends, and best practices.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelors degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, Law, or related field.
  • Professional certification (CA, CPA, ATT, CTA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
  • 5 years experience in a management role
  • 6-8+ years experience in expatriate tax, global mobility, or international assignment services (ideally with a Big 4 or multinational firm).
  • Solid knowledge of expatriate tax compliance, global mobility policies, and cross-border payroll/tax issues.
  • Proven client management and leadership experience.
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong technical expertise in expatriate and international tax.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex portfolios.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to provide practical, commercially focused solutions.
  • Clear and confident communication and presentation skills.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1505844
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned