Consultant Associate – Tax & ERP

About the Role

They are looking for a Consultant Associate to join their team on an urgent, 4-month contract basis.

This opportunity is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional who has a strong interest in Tax and/or ERP, enjoys learning new technologies and is eager to gain hands-on exposure within a consulting environment.

You do not need prior professional experience. We are looking for someone curious, analytical and proactive who can bring fresh ideas, communicate confidently and learn quickly.

You will work closely with the team and gain exposure to real-world consulting projects involving tax, ERP systems, data, technology and business processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support consultants with research, analysis and preparation of client deliverables.

• Assist with tax and ERP-related projects and documentation.

• Conduct research into tax, technology, ERP and industry developments.

• Support data analysis, documentation and process mapping.

• Assist with Excel-based analysis, reporting and presentations.

• Help organise and interpret information from different sources.

• Use and explore AI tools to support research, analysis, documentation and day-to-day consulting workflows, and identify practical ways technology can improve business processes.

• Contribute fresh ideas and practical solutions to business and client challenges.

• Support the team with presentations, reports and other consulting materials.

• Collaborate with colleagues across different projects and workstreams.

• Take ownership of assigned tasks and demonstrate a willingness to learn.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with 0–1 year of experience.

• Academic exposure or coursework in Tax, ERP, Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field, with an interest in developing practical knowledge in these areas.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with others.

• Strong attention to detail and an analytical mindset.

• Curious, adaptable and eager to learn.

• Comfortable working in an in-person, fast-paced consulting environment.

• Ability to bring fresh ideas and new perspectives.

• Willingness to learn and work with emerging technologies, including AI.

• Must already have a valid UAE visa/work authorization arrangement and be able to work in the UAE.

• Currently based in, or able to relocate/commute to, Dubai or Abu Dhabi for an on-site role.

Nice to Have

• Previous exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or similar platforms.

• Tax-related certification or additional training.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data analysis or reporting tools.

• Exposure to AI tools and an interest in applying AI to research, analysis or business processes.

• A valid UAE driving licence.

• Previous internship, project or academic experience involving tax, ERP, finance, technology or consulting.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a growing tax technology and consulting environment.

• Exposure to international clients and GCC markets.

• Practical understanding of how Tax, ERP, Data and Technology work together within modern businesses.

• Exposure to emerging areas such as e-invoicing, tax technology, data governance and AI.

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and learn directly from client-facing projects.

• A chance to develop your consulting, analytical and communication skills early in your career.

Who Would Thrive in This Role?

We're looking for someone who doesn't necessarily have all the answers yet but asks good questions, learns quickly and isn't afraid to try something new.

If you are a recent graduate with an interest in Tax, ERP and technology, have strong communication skills and want international exposure in a consulting environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to launch your career.