Robin Lynn & Lee (in collaboration with DFDL) is seeking a talented and motivated Tax Adviser to join our Kuala Lumpur office. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious tax professional to develop their career within one of Asia’s most respected legal firms, working on sophisticated domestic and cross-border mandates for leading Malaysian and international clients.

The successful candidate will be embedded in a collaborative, multi-cultural environment alongside experienced tax lawyers and corporate advisers, with clear pathways for career progression and professional development.

Role Overview

Position: Tax Adviser
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: Manager / Director / Partner
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Key Responsibilities

• Advising Malaysian and international clients on local and cross-border tax matters, including inbound and outbound investment structuring into and from Malaysia
• Providing tax advisory services on a broad range of transactions including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings, real estate transactions, and financing arrangements
• Advising on Malaysian corporate income tax, withholding tax, transfer pricing, goods and services tax (GST/SST), and stamp duty matters
• Supporting senior team members on complex multi-jurisdictional tax planning and structuring assignments
• Preparing and reviewing tax opinions, memoranda, and client reports to a high standard of technical accuracy and commercial clarity
• Liaising with the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN), the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, and other relevant authorities as required
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, and contributing to business development initiatives including seminars, publications, and client briefings
• Collaborating with DFDL’s regional offices on cross-border and multi-jurisdictional tax matters

Key Relationships

External: Clients, prospective clients, government ministries and tax authorities, chambers of commerce, and industry associations
Internal: Partners, Directors, Managers, and colleagues across DFDL’s regional network

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant tax advisory experience, gained in a law firm, Big Four accounting firm, or specialist tax advisory practice
• Strong technical knowledge of Malaysian tax law, including corporate income tax, withholding tax, and transfer pricing
• Demonstrated experience advising Malaysian and/or international clients on tax matters
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide clear and commercially focused advice
• Effective time management and task prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously

Preferred:

• Experience in international tax planning and cross-border transaction structuring
• Familiarity with ASEAN regional tax issues and the tax frameworks of neighboring jurisdictions
• Membership of a recognized Bar Association, a Professional Accounting Body (e.g., MIA, ACCA, CPA), or holding a relevant professional tax qualification (e.g., CTIM, ATII)
• Experience working with foreign direct investment into Malaysia and the relevant tax incentive frameworks (e.g., MIDA, ERL, PIA)

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted by email to [email protected], with reference to the Tax Adviser — Kuala Lumpur position.

Your application should include:

• A current curriculum vitae or resume
• A covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your suitability for the role
• Copies of any relevant professional qualifications or certifications
• An English language proficiency certificate, where applicable

All applications and expressions of interest will be treated in strict confidence and reviewed solely by the Senior Management and the Human Resources team. This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

RLL is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.