Internship - International Tax Officer

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

YOUR ROLE 

Explore International Taxation! Join the Tax Department of the CMA CGM Group, where you will work at the heart of a dynamic team specializing in the taxation of maritime, air, and land transport companies worldwide. You will also address issues related to real estate, financial, and port terminal taxation. 

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ? 

• Worldwide taxation of maritime, air, and land transport companies 

Conduct research on the operational activities of transport companies around the world 

Assist with international tax audits 

Analyze applicable local taxation 

• Real estate, financial, and port terminal taxation 

Review tax documentation related to the financing of CMA CGM Group assets 

Draft tax memos and handle technical research 

• Tax monitoring 

Track tax news and participate in the implementation of legislative and/or jurisprudential developments 

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR ? 

We are looking for a motivated and talented candidate who meets the following criteria: 

• Education and Experience 

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree (Master 2) with a specialization in taxation or ideally enrolled in a law school, with strong knowledge of international taxation 

Previous experience (internship) in an international company or a firm specializing in corporate taxation 

• Technical Skills 

Proficiency in English (written and spoken) 

Strong skills in working with numerical data (Excel, analytical tools) 

• Personal Qualities 

Curiosity and interest in tax systems applicable around the world 

Rigorous and organized, ensuring the reliability of collected information 

Strong analytical and synthesis skills, along with excellent writing abilities 

Proactive mindset and ability to understand operational challenges 

Team spirit and excellent communication skills 

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