4 Tax Law jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Lawyer to join our leading law firm in Dubai. The successful candidate will provide expert tax advice, assist clients with complex tax issues, and ensure compliance with UAE tax regulations. This role requires a detail-oriented and strategic thinker passionate about delivering excellent client service within a dynamic legal environment. Responsibilities: - Provide comprehensive tax advice to individual and corporate clients on UAE and international tax matters. - Draft and review tax-related legal documents, contracts, and agreements. - Conduct research and stay updated on changes in tax legislation and regulations within the UAE and globally. - Assist clients with tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution. - Represent clients in negotiations and discussions with tax authorities and other regulatory bodies. - Collaborate with other practice areas to offer holistic legal solutions to clients. - Prepare and deliver presentations or training for internal teams and clients about tax-related topics.

- Law degree with specialization or significant experience in tax law. - Licensed to practice law in the UAE or relevant jurisdiction. - Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing tax law, preferably within the UAE market. - Strong knowledge of UAE tax laws, VAT regulations, and international tax principles. - Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage clients and work collaboratively with teams. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. - Demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards and professional integrity.

Who are V? As a global leader in ship management and marine services, we add value to a vessel’s operations. Operating around the clock and around the world, V. gives every client the quality and efficiency they need in every sector. Covering crew management and recruitment, quality ship management and technical services, together with supporting management and commercial services, V. has an unrivalled industry knowledge with performance assured. Our values, We Care, We Collaborate, We Challenge, We are Consistent, We Commit and Deliver, are at the heart of everything we do and they support our strategy of Investing in Talent. We are always interested in making contact with talented individuals - people who will demonstrate our values and deliver great service, for internal and external stakeholders.

Overall Purpose of The Job : To ensure Technical policies and procedures are consistently applied across their assigned vessels.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks :

• Safety : Safety is our first priority and the Fleet Superintendent has, in cooperation with the Fleet Manager, the authority and the accountability for taking necessary decisions that ensure constant safe operation and that everybody comes home safe and that we protect the environment.
• Customer : Our Customers are our second priority after safety. The Fleet Superintendent is responsible for delivery of technical management service to the Customer. The Fleet Superintendent’s position is the link between the Customer and his / her ship and the responsible person for ensuring that the Customer fully benefits from the operational performance of his / her ship.
• Ownership : Own the operation of the vessels managing them to the highest safety standards, effectively and efficiently in the provision of management services required under the Management Agreement and VMS. Plan, control and execute all activities connected with maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, conversion or modification of assigned vessels. This to be in line with Flag, Class and Statutory Requirements.
• Leadership : Authorise selection process of Senior Officers for assigned Vessels, build and maintain a professional and effective working relationship with senior ship colleagues to influence the development of a strong safety culture. Conduct Senior Officer Performance Appraisals in accordance with VMS procedures and play an active role in their personal development.
• Client : Serve as the first contact point for the assigned vessels and liaise with respective Clients. Provide timely & accurate reports to Clients regarding the management, expenditure & condition of the Vessel as per the SMA and as agreed with the Clients.
• Monitor : Monitor vessel performance trends including speed, fuel and lubricating oil consumptions, and implement timely remedial actions where these are outside agreed or expected parameters. Monitor energy consumption on board the ships, ensuring that the vessels are operated most economically at all times.
• Report Issues : Ensure that any issues that affect, or may affect, the safety, environmental or operational performance of assigned vessels are reported in time.
• Planning : Plan Dry Dock, Vacation, Ships inspections and other absences with your Fleet Manager to ensure a consistent service to your Customers. Prepare ‘visitation’ plans to gain thorough knowledge of the assigned vessels and safety culture onboard.
• Quality : In conjunction with the Shipboard team and the Marine Superintendent prepare vessels for inspection / audit by PSC, Flag, Oil Major and similar bodies. Deficiencies which can have an adverse effect on the commercial operation of the ship should be promptly reported to your line manager. Ensure all third party inspections are passed and that observations match individual KPI.
• Reporting : To be an advocate of ShipSure and ensure it is properly utilised within the fleet cell. Support and assist colleagues where required and provide constructive feedback to aid continuous improvement of the system.
• Finance : Work with relevant members of the Fleet Cell and Vessel to co-ordinate all information required for the preparation of the vessels’ running cost budget. Maintain strict control of all aspects of vessel expenditure. No out of Budget spending without prior consent of the Client.
• Day to Day : Discuss with Ships’ Command the work plan, running costs, spares and stores situation and other issues of concern and report / correction on same.

What can I expect in return? V. Group can offer you a market leading salary and benefits package, in addition to significant opportunities for career growth and personal development. This is a great opportunity to join a true leader in the maritime sector - a company that has exciting plans for future growth.

• Recognised Engineering or Naval Architecture qualification and / or relevant experience at sea.
• Good communication (oral and written) and English language skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and interact with people at all levels.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• An ability to develop creative and effective solutions to problems.
• 2 Years’ experience as a senior shipboard officer on relevant ship type.
• Previous experience as a Fleet Superintendent in a Technical Department, or previous experience in a Senior Engineering / Naval Architecture position in the Marine Industry.
• Member of IMarEST and Engineering Council registration or other equivalent recognised professional registration.
• Basic financial understanding and some experience in administering budgets.

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