Indirect Tax Guidance Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Guidance Preparation & Clarifications

• Drafts and updates guidance materials (notes, FAQs, examples) to reflect legislative or procedural changes.
• Prepares and reviews private clarification (binding ruling) case files, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to approved interpretations.
• Coordinates internal reviews and approvals with Internal Guidance, Tax Policy & Legislation, and Legal Affairs.

Monitoring & Updates

• Tracks legislative and administrative amendments and recommends updates to ensure materials reflect the latest customer positions.
• Reviews recurring taxpayer queries to identify areas requiring additional explanation or examples.
• Ensures all materials maintain version control, applicability dates, and clear language for public use.

Publication & Communication

• Prepares publication-ready content and coordinates with Public Relations & Communication and Information Systems & Digital Transformation on the release of materials across customer platforms.
• Maintains a structured repository of public clarifications, FAQs, and private rulings (redacted as required).
• Ensures published materials follow approved templates, tone, and accessibility standards.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Compiles reports on issued clarifications, updates, and turnaround times to identify recurring themes and improvement opportunities.
• Collects taxpayer and stakeholder feedback to enhance clarity, coverage, and usability of published content.
• Contributes to knowledge-sharing sessions and awareness initiatives related to new or updated guidance.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Preferred qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Law, Taxation, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

· Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CTA, ACCA, CPA) is an advantage.

Preferred experience

· 9+ years’ experience in indirect tax advisory, rulings, or guidance within government or public-sector organizations.

· Strong understanding of VAT/excise legislation, interpretative drafting, and taxpayer communication practices.

Technical & Other Skills

· Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and formatting technical tax guidance and clarifications.

· Strong organizational, analytical, and coordination skills.

· Clear written communication and attention to accuracy and deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR8,000.00 - QAR11,500.00 per month