Manager - Financial Services Tax - Tax - Hong Kong

A career within Financial Services Tax will give you the opportunity to help our FS clients meet their tax obligations while shaping tax strategy that materially impacts their business. You will advise clients on local and cross‑border tax matters, act as a trusted strategic consultant in commercial decision‑making, and support clients through M&A by identifying tax risks and recommending practical mitigation. You will also partner with clients’ in‑house tax teams to strengthen tax risk management and improve decision quality. Job Description To stand out and make us fit for the future in this fast‑changing world, every person at PwC needs to be purpose‑led and values‑driven. As a Manager, you'll join a team of problem solvers, helping clients address complex business challenges from strategy through execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Develop and apply new skills outside your comfort zone, with an emphasis on AI, tax technology and data analytics to improve client outcomes and delivery efficiency. Remove barriers to team performance: identify process improvements, streamline workflows and resolve issues preventing the team from working effectively. Coach and mentor junior staff—identify strengths, provide constructive feedback, and create stretch opportunities to accelerate their development and ownership. Analyse complex tax and commercial proposals, synthesise multiple information sources, and build clear, commercially focused recommendations. Engage multiple stakeholders (clients, internal specialists, external advisors) to gather broader perspectives and design practical solutions. Ensure delivery quality: review work products, address sub‑standard outputs, and uphold firm and client expectations for professional standards. Use data, modelling and insights to inform conclusions, quantify tax positions and support robust decision‑making. Develop and articulate a point of view on key global and sector trends (e.g., BEPS/Pillar Two implications, regulatory change) and translate their impact for clients. Manage diverse viewpoints to build consensus and secure positive outcomes for clients and the firm. Communicate complex tax concepts clearly and persuasively to non‑tax audiences including CFOs, boards and business leaders. Act with integrity and uphold PwC’s code of ethics and business conduct in all client and internal interactions. Requirements A recognised university degree or equivalent professional qualification. Qualified member of a recognised accounting and/or tax professional body. At least five to eight years of progressive corporate tax experience, with demonstrated ownership of client deliverables. Direct experience advising financial services clients (e.g., banking, insurance, asset management) on tax compliance, advisory, or M&A matters. Strong written and spoken English. Proficiency in Cantonese and Mandarin is preferable. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with experience presenting to senior client stakeholders. Sound analytical, problem‑solving and organisational skills; able to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines. Proven leadership skills: ability to lead engagements, manage teams and coach colleagues. Good working knowledge of tax technology and AI applications is an advantage (or demonstrable willingness and ability to learn quickly). Experience supporting asset management clients is preferred but not required. Junior candidates will be considered for Associate/ Senior Associate level positions. Personal attributes Candidates should demonstrate the following personal attributes: Courage and integrity; makes principled decisions and is accountable for outcomes. Commercial and technical curiosity; stays up to date with industry and market trends and applies insights for client benefit. Efficient project and financial management; plans and performs work in line with client requirements and professional standards. Open‑minded and adaptable; embraces change and applies practical thinking to solve problems. Committed to personal development and to coaching others to grow their capability. Communicates with impact and empathy; tailors messages to different audiences. Proactively shares ideas and knowledge; seeks innovation and continuous improvement. Collaborative leader and team player who contributes to team success and builds lasting client relationships. Passionate about delivering exceptional client service and sustaining long‑term partnerships.