Product Development and Solutions Specialist - Sandton

Job Summary

The Product Development & Solutions Specialist is responsible for developing new cross-border tax and compliance products while supporting the commercial team with deal structuring and the design of complex client solutions.

This role bridges research, product development and client engagement. The successful candidate will identify new opportunities, develop commercially viable solutions involving international tax, VAT, customs, accounting and corporate structures, and work directly with Sales and Client Success teams to help clients navigate complex global supply chain and tax challenges. A key part of the role involves working with local legal, tax and accounting advisors to understand each market's regulatory landscape and, where required, applying to local revenue authorities for special rulings.

The role requires someone technically strong enough to conduct detailed tax and compliance research and build practical products, yet equally comfortable presenting those solutions to senior client stakeholders. Success is measured not only by developing innovative products, but by ensuring those products can be successfully implemented to win and deliver client business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience in international trade and compliance, combining technical expertise with client interaction and strategic thinking, within a commercially minded, growth-oriented business.

Requirements

• Research and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Commercially minded - balances technical accuracy against practical business outcomes.
• Excellent problem-solving ability with a structured and logical approach
• Excellent communicator, comfortable presenting complex concepts simply to clients and senior stakeholders
• Creative, structured and well-organised, able to develop innovative products and manage multiple priorities while collaborating across teams
• Curious, adaptable and driven, thriving in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the role evolves alongside the needs of the business

Qualifications and Experience

• Excellent academic results at both high school and university level
• Degree in Accounting, Tax, Law, Finance, Economics or another business-related discipline
• Professional qualification (CA(SA), ACA, CPA, CTA, LLB, or similar) advantageous
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in working under pressure with deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex business problems and develop practical commercial solutions