DIVYASHA MATHUR
Summary
Self-motivated Tax Consultant dedicated to strategizing and evaluating techniques to minimize tax liability for clients. Experienced in preparing various types of returns, researching discrepancies, and thoroughly reviewing financial records. Well-developed knowledge of multiple tax research tools. Expert in tax research and due diligence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor of Legal Practice (Taxation)
Jindal Global Law School
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for Income Tax, International Tax and VAT curriculum.
- Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Independent Tax Advisor & Tax Policy Advocate
Self-employeed
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with clients to answer questions and provide advice on tax matters.
- Represented clients in High Court of Delhi and Supreme Court of India in international tax and VAT matters.
- Provided in-depth analysis of European crypto tax regulations, ensuring the software’s algorithmic outputs align with evolving tax laws.
- Developed actionable tax guidelines and reporting frameworks tailored for users across Europe, optimizing accuracy and minimizing compliance risks for cryptocurrency investors.
Senior Associate
BMR Legal
10.2020 - 10.2022
- International Tax and Policy Advisory: Advised international clients on tax planning strategies, focusing on permanent establishment (PE) exposure, tax treaty interpretations, and withholding obligations.
Conducted research on digital taxation topics, including equalization levy and software taxation, providing actionable guidance on evolving digital service tax (DST) regulations.
Prepared detailed analyses of double tax treaties (DTAs), addressing most-favored nation clauses and the tax implications of cross-border transactions.
- Litigation and Compliance: Successfully represented clients before revenue authorities, tax tribunals, and High Courts in cases involving international and indirect tax disputes, including transfer pricing litigation and valuation matters.
Assisted in complex litigation related to income tax reassessments, indirect transfer taxation, and PE disputes, including appearances and detailed case briefings.
Worked on FEMA compliance, helping clients navigate tax reporting requirements and filing compounding applications with the Reserve Bank of India.
- Tax Research and Publications: Authored international tax policy papers on BEPS Action Plan 14, Pillar One proposals, principal purpose test, and tax implications for digital businesses for reputed platforms like IBFD, Taxsutra, and Vienna University.
Delivered tax updates and presentations for internal teams and clients, enhancing understanding of global tax trends.
Engaged with OECD consultation processes, contributing stakeholder comments on global tax policy initiatives
Associate
Ernst & Young
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Represented clients before the Bombay High Court and other tax tribunals in indirect tax and GST matters, including high-stakes litigation.
- Assisted Senior Advocates with drafting, strategy, and representation in GST disputes involving multinational clients across sectors like telecom, banking, and aviation.
- Advised on GST compliance and cross-border tax implications, focusing on sector-specific issues and aligning with international tax frameworks.
Associate
Chir Amrit Legal LLP
07.2016 - 04.2018
- VAT Advisory and Representation: Assisted with classification, tax rates, exemptions, input tax credit eligibility, transitional provisions, and refunds; prepared VAT presentations and seminars.
- Customs and Foreign Trade Policy Advisory: Advised on import classification, exemptions, drawback eligibility, SVB investigations, and FTP incentives/licenses.
- Indirect Tax Litigation: Drafted appeals and submissions for the Supreme Court, High Court, and Tax Tribunals; responded to departmental queries and represented clients independently.
- Knowledge Sharing: Created monthly tax updates and articles as part of the Newsletter Committee.
Education
Masters of Arts in Psychology -
IGNOU Distance Learning
New Delhi01-2026
Masters in International Business Taxation (L.L.M) - International Tax And VAT
Tilburg University
The Netherlands06-2020
Bachelors in Arts And Law (5 Year Course) -
ILS Law College, University of Pune
01.2016
Diploma in Human Rights - undefined
ILS Law College
01.2013
Class 12th - (H.S.C)
Mithibai College of Commerce
01.2011
Class 10th - (I.C.S.E)
Lilavatibai Podar Senior Secondary School
01.2009
Skills
- Tax planning strategies
- Tax research
- Client tax services
- Research/due diligence
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration
- International taxation laws
- Merger and acquisition oversight
Notableaccolades
- The masters program included an in-depth study of the International ad corporate tax laws, VAT Laws, EU Laws and Transfer Pricing
- Master Thesis on 'Virtual Permanent Establishments: An Indian Perspective' (GPA: 8.0/10)
- Co-authored articles on Union Budgets in newspapers / websites like Business standard, Financial Express, The Print, Money Control, etc
- Delivered guest lectures on International Taxation for the M.A. Program in International Taxation at NALSAR, Hyderabad
- Co-authored a Chapter on 'Transfer Pricing: Recent Developments in Developing Countries and Emerging Economies' published in the Book by Wolters Kluwer titled 'Transfer Pricing Developments Around the World 2021'
- Authored articles on international tax topics like Pillar One, digital taxation, apple state aid, cost contribution arrangements, tax considerations for financing a start-up, most favored nation controversy, etc. published on TaxGuru, Taxmann, Taxsutra, etc
- Authored papers and articles on GST - GST Law Times [2018 (15) GSTL J146]: 'IT Bugs remain unresolved in the GST Regime'; GST Law Times [2017 (6) GSTL J18]: 'Surrendering Brand Name: Key to Concession under GST.'
- Authored research papers and articles on customs and foreign trade policy like import duty liability on e-commerce in EU, rules of origin in FTA vis-à-vis treaty override, restriction on FTP benefits under Service Export Scheme, etc.
- Authored articles on direct tax topics like minimum alternate tax, withdrawal of retrospective taxation, etc.
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Legal Practice (Taxation)
Jindal Global Law School
02.2023 - Current
Independent Tax Advisor & Tax Policy Advocate
Self-employeed
01.2023 - Current
Senior Associate
BMR Legal
10.2020 - 10.2022
Associate
Ernst & Young
05.2018 - 07.2019
Associate
Chir Amrit Legal LLP
07.2016 - 04.2018
Diploma in Human Rights - undefined
ILS Law College
Class 12th - (H.S.C)
Mithibai College of Commerce
Class 10th - (I.C.S.E)
Lilavatibai Podar Senior Secondary School
Masters of Arts in Psychology -
IGNOU Distance Learning
Masters in International Business Taxation (L.L.M) - International Tax And VAT
Tilburg University
Bachelors in Arts And Law (5 Year Course) -
ILS Law College, University of Pune
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