Tax Adviser

About Woodside

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role

Join Woodside’s International and Corporate Tax team and play a key role in supporting tax advisory, compliance and risk management across our global business. Working closely with the Tax Manager – International & Corporate and other team members, you will provide technical and commercial tax support across Australian cross-border activities, international jurisdictions and entities, corporate compliance, and OECD GloBE Pillar Two impacts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support accurate and timely direct tax compliance across Australia and international jurisdictions.
• Provide tax advisory support, including global transfer pricing, policy maintenance and engagement with external advisers.
• Support direct tax audits and disputes, working with external advisers and revenue authorities.
• Contribute to inputs and assumptions for asset commercial models and the Corporate Plan.
• Help implement and maintain direct tax systems, process documentation, and SOX compliance.
• Provide technical support for commercial agreements, contract reviews, M&A and new venture activity.
• Role-model Woodside’s safety leadership expectations and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance or law, with postgraduate tax study desirable but not essential.
• Extensive tax experience (7 years plus) ideally in similar in-house tax function, large accounting  or legal firm.
• Strong knowledge of Australian cross-border and international direct tax regimes, with the ability to identify and manage tax risk in commercial transactions.
• Confident stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to translate complex tax matters for non-tax audiences.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and process-improvement capability, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Familiarity with SOX internal controls and governance requirements.

Recognition and Reward

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
• Industry-leading 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
• Active employee-led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Friday 4th September 2026.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.