Senior Consultant - People Advisory Services - Tax Mobility (Geneva)

The opportunity

In Mobility, we help our clients manage the complex compliance, reporting and risks inherent in deploying a globally mobile workforce. As part of the global team, this group benefits from strategic investment in a number of its businesses and forecasts significant growth in the short to medium term.

As a Senior Consultant, you will contribute and lead special advisory projects (projects (e.g. business traveler, equity-based compensation advice, mobility technology, etc.) while ensuring technical excellence and a practical/business driven approach is taken.

Embark on your next journey and join our unique Tax Mobility Team in Geneva to help solve exciting problems on a daily basis!

Your key responsibilities

• Independently prepare and review Swiss tax returns for employees of international client companies, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and optimizing tax positions
• Provide day-to-day tax and mobility support, including advising on tax implications of international assignments, cross-border tax planning, and expatriate tax issues
• Lead and support client projects by taking on a wide range of tasks, such as conducting detailed tax briefings for clients, performing in-depth tax research, and preparing comprehensive reports
• Act as the primary liaison with tax authorities, managing communications and negotiations to resolve tax issues and ensure compliance
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with global EY member firms to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment on international tax matters
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients through regular interactions, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored tax advice and solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering strategic insights and recommendations to optimize their tax positions and support their business objectives
• Facilitate client meetings, presentations, and workshops to discuss tax strategies, updates, and project progress, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering long-term partnerships

Skills and attributes for success

• A recognized diploma in Law, Economics or equivalent, with a good understanding of international mobility topics
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role
• Excellent organizational with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of efficiency
• High degree of flexibility, adapt to changing client and stakeholders needs, and ability to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic work environment
• Keen attention to detail, ensuring all work is completed with a commitment to high quality and accuracy, and adhering to professional standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and French
• Proactive team player with excellent communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with colleagues and clients