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APAC Tax Lead

AnthropicSingaporeFinance
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
11 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The APAC Tax Lead position at Anthropic is the company's first dedicated international tax professional role in the Asia-Pacific region, based out of Singapore. This professional will manage direct tax compliance, advisory functions, and tax infrastructure development across multiple APAC markets to support corporate growth. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced tax expert looking to build processes from the ground up within a rapidly expanding AI safety organization.

Key Responsibilities

Direct regional tax compliance operations by collaborating with external advisory firms like KPMG, PwC, and Deloitte for precise and timely filings across all targeted jurisdictions.
Handle transfer pricing documentation, intercompany transactions, service agreements, and cost-plus arrangements for APAC entities.
Oversee withholding tax positions and treaty relief concerning cross-border flows, vendor payments, and customer receipts.
Guide permanent establishment risks, corporate structuring, and operational tax planning as commercial and infrastructure activities scale.
Support tax elements tied to regional infrastructure growth, including new entity formations, subsea cable deals, colocation agreements, and data center setups.
Collaborate with indirect tax personnel regarding VAT, GST, and consumption tax matters to ensure unified compliance.
Coordinate with Legal, Finance, and People departments regarding employee mobility, equity compensation, and payroll taxes.
Liaise with local tax authorities to resolve inquiries and oversee audits, while also contributing to global projects like public company readiness and tax technology rollouts.

Requirements

Strong technical expertise in corporate taxation within at least one major APAC jurisdiction alongside regional cross-border tax knowledge.
Deep familiarity with withholding tax and treaty analysis, transfer pricing documentation, and intercompany agreements.
Possession of a professional qualification such as a CPA, CA, or CTA.
Exceptional communication skills capable of bridging time zones with European and US team members.
Independent, self-starting work ethic with the ability to handle ambiguity and construct tax frameworks from scratch.

Nice to Have

Twelve or more years of international tax background, ideally featuring a combination of in-house and Big Four advisory exposure.
Familiarity with taxation concerns in high-growth or technology industries, including digital services taxes and Pillar Two global minimum tax rules.
Background handling data center or infrastructure buildout tax implications.
Exposure to Indian direct tax matters, such as permanent establishment and withholding tax considerations.
Experience supporting public company compliance or IPO readiness.
Proficiency in regional languages and systems automation or buildout.
Education meeting minimum requirements with a relevant field of study via training, coursework, or professional experience.

Skills and Tools

Corporate tax compliance and advisory
Transfer pricing documentation and intercompany agreements
Withholding tax and treaty analysis
Cross-border tax operations in APAC
Tax technology and systems implementation
Permanent establishment risk assessment

About the Company

Anthropic operates as a public benefit corporation dedicated to building safe, interpretable, and reliable artificial intelligence systems that benefit society. The organization functions as a cohesive team of researchers, engineers, policy professionals, and business leaders focused on large-scale, empirical AI research. Employees work collaboratively in a hybrid environment requiring in-office presence at least twenty-five percent of the time, supported by immigration lawyers for visa sponsorship where applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official Anthropic careers page.

Questions candidates ask

Where is the APAC Tax Lead role located?

This position is based in Singapore with a hybrid work policy requiring staff to be in the office at least 25% of the time.

What level of experience is preferred for this position?

The preferred profile includes 12+ years of international tax experience blending in-house and Big Four or advisory roles, with specific years of experience correlating to internal job level requirements.

Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship for this role?

Yes, Anthropic sponsors visas for eligible candidates and retains immigration lawyers to assist with the process if an offer is extended.

What professional certifications are required?

Candidates must hold a professional qualification such as a CPA, CA, or CTA.

Who does this role report to?

The APAC Tax Lead reports to the Head of International Tax Operations / Business Advisory while collaborating closely with tax colleagues in San Francisco and Dublin.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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