Our client is an Indian not-for-profit organisation, and they are looking for experts in Tax policy, with 2-5 years of experience in the sector. The role is a contract role for 2 months, based remotely.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Policy Analysis

- Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on taxation, public finance and economic policy.
- Analyse datasets relating to taxation, investment, compliance costs, litigation and economic growth.
- Analyse tax laws, administrative processes and institutional reforms in India and internationally.
- Undertake literature reviews, comparative policy studies and international benchmarking.
- Support development of policy papers, issue briefs, working papers and discussion notes.

Policy Development

- Support formulation of evidence-based policy recommendations.
- Assist in developing long-term reform frameworks on tax policy and administration.
- Contribute to research on tax competitiveness, investment climate and ease of doing business.

Stakeholder Engagement

- Support consultations with government officials, academia, industry, multilateral organisations and civil society.
- Prepare background notes, meeting briefs and consultation summaries.




- Assist in organising policy roundtables, workshops and conferences.

Knowledge & Communication

- Prepare presentations, policy decks and research summaries for senior policymakers.
- Monitor domestic and global developments in taxation and public finance.
- Contribute to blogs, newsletters and knowledge products.

Qualifications

- Master's degree in Economics, or has studied Chartered Accountancy.
- 2–3 years of experience in:
- Public policy research organisations/Think tanks
- Economic/Strategy/public sector consulting
- Strong understanding of public finance.
- Excellent analytical and research skills.

Preferred Skills

- Knowledge of India's federal tax system, fiscal policy and public finance.
- Experience working with government datasets and policy reports.
- Quantitative skills (Excel required; familiarity with Stata, R or Python preferred).
- Excellent writing and presentation skills.
- Ability to synthesise complex evidence into clear policy recommendations.
- Robust project management and stakeholder coordination abilities.

-Experience in Chartered accountancy/ CA dropout.

📌 Contract Role | Research Associate in Tax Policy | 2 Months | 2-7 YoE | Remote (India)
🏢 IndusGuru Network Partners
📍 India