Desired Profile
- Professional Qualification : Chartered Accountant (CA) or Lawyer (LL.B. / LL.M. in Tax preferred).
- Experience : 3–6 years of experience in Direct Tax Litigation / Advisory, with exposure to courts and tax authorities.
- Key Traits :
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Responsible with strong sense of accountability for cases from start to finish
- Energetic and driven – someone with fire to excel and handle challenges head-on
- Diligent, reliable, and proactive in ensuring tasks are completed on time
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized professional to join Deloitte’s Tax Controversy Management Team as a Deputy Manager . The role requires a mix of technical expertise in direct tax litigation and strong ownership skills to manage end-to-end litigation processes. The ideal candidate will not only be adept at handling complex tax matters but will also bring a strong sense of responsibility, diligence, and drive to ensure seamless litigation support and management.
Key Responsibilities
1. Litigation Management
Drafting appeals, submissions, and legal documents in relation to Income Tax, Transfer Pricing, Corporate Tax, and International Tax issues .Assisting / representing before Income-tax Appellate Tribunal, High Courts, and the Supreme Court (in coordination with senior counsel / external counsel).Ensuring case files are well-prepared, updated, organized, and safely transported to and from courts and office.2. Assessment & Advisory Support
Handling and coordinating with Income Tax Authorities during assessments or other proceedings.Researching and interpreting legal / tax updates relevant to assigned matters.3. Client Engagement
Managing client communications, responding to queries, providing timely updates.Organizing client meetings and delivering concise, structured briefings.4. Internal & Coordination Responsibilities
Managing litigation calendars, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring nothing slips through.Coordinating with internal tax teams, clients, and external counsel seamlessly.Drafting engagement letters, preparing summaries of services, and ensuring timely billing.5. Knowledge Sharing & Team Development
Supporting knowledge management initiatives including newsletters, presentations, and internal trainings.Supervising and mentoring interns and CA article trainees.”