Senior Consultant - People Advisory Services - Swiss Individual Tax | Senior Consultant - People Advisory Services - Swiss Individual Tax

EY

Zürich, ZH, Switzerland
Published Nov 12, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This Senior Consultant role within EY's People Advisory Services (PAS) focuses specifically on Swiss Individual Tax and Global Mobility. You will be instrumental in helping global corporate and private clients manage the complex compliance, reporting, and risk associated with deploying a globally mobile workforce. Day-to-day tasks involve collaborating within global teams on international projects, preparing complex Swiss tax returns including international tax allocations for seconded employees, and independently reviewing tax assessments. A crucial part of the role is advising clients on objection procedures and negotiating with tax authorities. Successful candidates must possess a strong foundation in Swiss income tax law, ideally complemented by knowledge of cross-border tax and social security issues, and demonstrate fluency in both German and English. This is a unique opportunity to build a successful career in a globally connected powerhouse, utilizing the latest technology and benefiting from EY's extensive coaching and training programs.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law or Economics, or an equivalent qualification, ideally from Switzerland

Experience

  • Minimum three years of relevant professional experience (e.g., tax administration, local tax consulting firm, or Big4)
  • Professional experience in independently reviewing tax assessments
  • Experience in advising clients during objection procedures and negotiations with tax authorities
  • Experience in coordinating and communicating between global tax teams

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Success factors include strong team capability, determination, commitment, and quick comprehension.