Tax Advisory Manager

DiDi Global Inc. is the world’s leading mobility technology platform. It offers a wide range of app-based services across markets including Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, including ride hailing, taxi hailing, chauffeur, hitch and other forms of shared mobility as well as auto solutions, food delivery, intra-city freight, and financial services. DiDi provides car owners, drivers, and delivery partners with flexible work and income opportunities. It is committed to collaborating with policymakers, the taxi industry, the automobile industry and the communities to solve the world’s transportation, environmental and employment challenges through the use of AI technology and localized smart transportation innovations. DiDi strives to create better life experiences and greater social value, by building a safe, inclusive and sustainable transportation and local services ecosystem for cities of the future. For more information, please visit: #LI-Hybrid Team Overview We are seeking a Senior Manager of tax to oversee the Tax Advisory functions for our LATAM operations (excluding Brazil), based out of our Mexico City office. You will report to the Head of Tax in Mexico City / Latam. Who we are looking for You are a curious self-starter who can collaborate effectively both within Tax/legal and with cross-functional partners. You possess 12+ years of relevant experience in Mexico tax advisory / planning functions, as well as experience managing regional tax advisory, relationships with tax authorities, and leading teams. You have a hands‑on mentality that balances with a strategic vision for the function. You are eager to make an immediate impact on the team and are constantly looking for ways to improve routines. You are also unusually responsible, lean into being uncomfortably excited, and are thrilled by the chance to join a high-performance Dream Team Role Responsibilities Your primary responsibilities will be managing and overseeing ongoing advisory tax and TP requirements related to direct, indirect, and/or digital service taxation in the LATAM region (including Mexico, Ecuador, Dominican Rep and Panama, among others), as well as providing regional tax controversy, planning and new business launches support. Your day-to-day activities will include: The primary objective is to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance, adherence to tax laws and regulations, and successful execution of tax projects. Provide Tax Advisory and support related to our local operations and productions on cross-border transactions, double taxation treaty application, VAT refunds, among others Oversee the application, compliance, monetization, and reporting processes to claim Production Incentives in the region Strategically driving ad‑hoc projects such as creation of new legal entities, application to specific tax programs, launch of new business lines, process improvements, restructures, electronic invoicing changes, etc. Evaluation of tax risks that could affect every geography. Monitor tax law changes or new business requirements. Address and manage tax audits queries and report findings in collaboration with the service provider. Follow up with Transfer Pricing advisors of the main intercompany transactions and preparation of the TP study To lead the tax team in potential M&A transactions across every business. Role Qualifications You embrace and advocate the DiDi culture and our long-term view You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Legal or equivalent Preferable previous experience managing tax projects in the Digital Services Industry / Financial in Mexico Ability to analyze and interpret complex business situations and propose potential solutions. Ability to work independently. Highly developed interpersonal, communication and other soft skills. Skills and attitudes Demonstrated integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive tax information. Ability to adapt to changing tax regulation environments and implement necessary adjustments. Strong analytical skills to identify and address complex tax issues (compliance, planning and advisory). Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in tax processes (compliance, planning and advisory). Proven ability to lead and motivate a team towards achieving common objectives. You are highly organized and are able to coordinate multiple and simultaneous demands for timely delivery, and balance competing priorities You demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills by being clear, succinct, and organized, and are able to message complex tax nuances to a diverse audience You cultivate positive relationships and build rapport easily with other teams/departments You are open to giving and receiving feedback, and highly motivated to improve your current skill set in a fast-paced environment You are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands into the work when the situation requires EEO Statement We create customer value – We strive to always create valuable experiences for our users in everything we do. Our focus is to always innovate new experiences that are safe, pleasant, and efficient. We are data-driven – We are strong believers in making informed decisions, that’s why we are data-driven. We can better navigate the business landscape strategically by analyzing valuable metrics. We believe in Win‑win Collaboration – Success is a team sport. When we work to help our partners and colleagues win, we win, too. While keeping everyone's best interest at heart, we communicate with candor and execute with excellence in all we do. We believe in integrity – Integrity is at the very core of our business. We are people who always want to do the right thing. Our intentions are sincere, we speak our minds and listen to each other. We always strive to do better. That means venturing beyond our comfort zones, learning from our mistakes, and helping each other grow. We believe in Diversity and Inclusion – Diversity is one of our biggest strengths. Our differences are what makes us distinct. We respect each other and believe in equal opportunities for all. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams. At DiDi, we believe that our differences are our biggest source of strength. That‘s why we are committed to promoting equal opportunities to all candidates and employees as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment and advancement decisions at DiDi are always made based on the needs of the position and the qualifications of the candidate. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on their gender, age, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, disability, race, religion and beliefs, or any other status protected by applicable laws wherever we operate. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams, and a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment, because that’s how we create better products and services, make better decisions and better serve the communities we’re a part of. 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