Senior Service Development Manager – Tax & Customs Anti-Fraud
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- Business Development
- Experience
- Senior
- Employment
- Full-time
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Senior Service Development Manager for Tax & Customs Anti-Fraud with 7+ years of experience in government advisory, tax, or customs environments. Must have a strong understanding of revenue assurance ecosystems and proven experience driving innovation in business models. Ability to engage with senior government stakeholders and work in international/multicultural settings is required. French language capabilities are highly desirable.
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WHO ARE WE? SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries , supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals . With more than 145 years of service excellence , we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve t he highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability. Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability , enabling businesses to thrive with confidence . We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands , including Applied Technical Services , Brightsight , Bluesign and Nutrasource .
Within our Government & Institutions and Trade Facilitation activities, SGS partners with governments around the world to strengthen revenue collection, combat fraud, facilitate legitimate trade and support economic development. Our solutions help customs authorities, tax administrations and ministries of finance tackle some of today's most critical challenges: Illicit trade and smuggling Customs fraud and undervaluation Revenue leakage Counterfeit goods Border security and trade facilitation Digital transformation of customs and tax administrations As governments increasingly seek innovative solutions to protect public revenues and modernize their operations, we are looking for an ambitious professional to help shape the future of our Anti-Fraud business worldwide. The Opportunity This is not a traditional product management role. As Senior Service Development Manager - Tax & Customs Anti-Fraud , you will play a pivotal role in defining, developing and expanding SGS' portfolio of anti-fraud, customs modernization and revenue assurance solutions. You will work at the intersection of: Government transformation Tax and customs administration Trade facilitation Technology-enabled services Business development International public-sector partnerships You will collaborate with senior leaders, government officials, technology providers and commercial teams across multiple regions, with a strong focus on emerging markets and Africa. What You Will Be Doing Drive Global Service Growth Identify emerging market opportunities and develop innovative solutions addressing government challenges. Build compelling business cases and support investment decisions for new products and services. Drive growth initiatives across existing and new international markets. Develop Innovative Government Solutions Support the development and commercialization of services related to: Revenue assurance Customs valuation control Anti-illicit trade initiatives Track & trace solutions Tax stamp programmes Risk management and intelligence solutions Trade facilitation services Customs modernization programmes Digital government platforms Lead Strategic Business Development Support complex opportunities with governments, customs authorities and revenue agencies. Contribute to tender strategies and major international bids. Develop relationships with key public-sector stakeholders and decision makers. Partner with regional commercial teams to accelerate growth opportunities. Influence Global Stakeholders Collaborate with experts across commercial, operational, regulatory and technology functions. Represent SGS at international conferences, government meetings and industry forums. Act as a thought leader on anti-fraud, customs, taxation and trade facilitation topics.
Who We Are Looking For 7+ years of experience in tax, customs, trade facilitation, anti-fraud or government advisory environments. Strong understanding of customs, taxation, border management or revenue assurance ecosystems. Proven experience in driving innovation across products, services, and business models to strengthen unique value proposition Exposure to business development, client engagement, commercial strategy or sales activities. Ability to engage credibly with senior government stakeholders. Experience working across international and multicultural environments. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for creating and growing businesses. Highly Desirable Experience in anti-fraud solutions, illicit trade prevention or revenue assurance. Experience with customs modernization, digital government or tax transformation projects. Experience working with public tenders and government procurement processes. Exposure to African markets. French language capabilities. Product development or go-to-market experience.
Why Join SGS? Contribute to programmes that directly impact national economies and public revenues. Work with governments across multiple continents. Influence the direction of a rapidly growing global business. Collaborate with international experts in customs, taxation, trade and technology. Enjoy significant visibility and career growth opportunities within the world's leading TIC company.
What you'll do
- Drive global service growth by identifying emerging market opportunities and developing innovative solutions for government challenges.
- Support the development and commercialization of services related to revenue assurance, customs valuation, anti-illicit trade, track & trace, and digital government platforms.
- Lead strategic business development by supporting complex opportunities with governments, customs authorities, and revenue agencies, including tender strategies and international bids.
- Collaborate with senior leaders, government officials, and technology providers across multiple regions.
- Act as a thought leader on anti-fraud, customs, taxation, and trade facilitation topics at international conferences and forums.
- Build compelling business cases and support investment decisions for new products and services.
What they require
- 7+ years of experience in tax, customs, trade facilitation, anti-fraud, or government advisory environments.
- Strong understanding of customs, taxation, border management, or revenue assurance ecosystems.
- Proven experience in driving innovation across products, services, and business models.
- Exposure to business development, client engagement, commercial strategy, or sales activities.
- Ability to engage credibly with senior government stakeholders.
- Experience working across international and multicultural environments.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for creating and growing businesses.
Benefits
- Contribute to programmes that directly impact national economies and public revenues.
- Work with governments across multiple continents.
- Influence the direction of a rapidly growing global business.
- Collaborate with international experts in customs, taxation, trade, and technology.
- Significant visibility and career growth opportunities within the world's leading TIC company.
SGS is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. It operates laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries.