This role focuses on driving Singapore's international engagement efforts in the areas of international tax and transparency. You will play a crucial part in advocating for Singapore's interests at global platforms, monitoring emerging global tax developments, and strengthening international relationships to advance Singapore’s interest.
Manager (International Tax & Relations – Policy)
Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore
Fixed Terms
Closing on 22 Jan 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Evaluate and recommend Singapore's participation in international tax events, as well as the hosting of training programs and international delegations
- Coordinate and facilitate study visits, courtesy calls and training programs for international organisations and tax authorities
- Coordinate across divisions to support international tax engagement
- Perform regular environmental scanning and analysis of international tax developments
- Provide staffing support for IRAS representatives at international meetings
- Develop policy positions and proposals on international tax and transparency matters
- Contribute to Singapore’s peer review process for international tax matters
What we are looking for
- Strong ability to understand, develop and evaluate policies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas clearly
- Good interpersonal and influencing skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders
- Proficient in analysing tax-related issues and associated legal frameworks
- Meticulous, with the ability to identify key insights and nuances in complex information
- Resourceful and self-motivated
- Strong team spirit and a proactive, positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and innovate
- Willing to travel as needed
About Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore
Our Mission:
• Act as an agent of the Government and provide service in administering, assessing, collecting and enforcing payment of taxes
• Advise the Government and represent Singapore internationally on matters relating to taxation