Global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) has appointed Abhijit Ghosh as Managing Director and Head of Tax for Southeast Asia. Operating from Singapore, Mr. Ghosh brings over 35 years of expertise in international tax structuring, transfer pricing, and intellectual property (IP) management. His appointment, following the recent appointment of James Badenach as head of A&M Tax APAC, underscores A&M’s commitment to strengthening its leadership with senior talent equipped to navigate market challenges and seize growth opportunities.

Ernesto “Ernie” Perez, Managing Director and Global Tax Practice Leader, commented, “A&M Tax has been focused on global expansion and will continue to prioritize entry into new markets all over the world in 2025. Abhijit’s leadership comes at the perfect time given our growing presence in Southeast Asia and James’ recent appointment. We are delighted to welcome Abhijit to the team. His experience coupled with deep relationships across the region will certainly bolster our ability to serve large corporate clients as they navigate business and tax challenges”. 

Mr. Ghosh is recognized for his expertise guiding organizations on tax structures, including the establishment of their regional operations. He assists American, European and Asian large corporates, nonprofits as well as NGOs set up their Southeast Asia-based international headquarters. Leveraging his in-depth knowledge of Singapore as an inbound/outbound hub, he helps companies in the Pharma/MedTech, digital technology, telecommunications, consumer and industrial products sectors through the complexities of government regulations. Additionally, Mr. Ghosh manages transfer pricing issues and implements effective IP strategies to protect and maximize client investments.

James Badenach, Managing Director and Head of A&M Tax APAC, ex-Australia, said, “Abhijit’s extensive experience in supporting Multinational Corporations’ (MNCs) inbound and outbound transactions, particularly in using Singapore as a hub for regional investments, will be instrumental in supporting MNCs with their tax strategies and operations throughout Asia. As we continue to expand our lines of services across Southeast Asia, Abhijit will be at the forefront of building our team and ensuring our clients’ growth and profitability amidst ongoing change across Asia-Pacific”.

Before joining A&M, Mr. Ghosh spent 28 years at PwC Singapore, where he most recently held the position of Tax Market Leader and Senior Tax Partner. In this capacity, he supported multinational corporations, small and medium enterprises, family offices, and nonprofits in expanding their operations throughout Asia.

Utsav Garg, Managing Director and Head of A&M Southeast Asia and Australia (SEAA) Division, remarked, “Our full suite of Tax services are a unique and compelling differentiator for A&M’s integrated platform across a range of clients and situations. Significant investments in market leading talent at this scale and speed are unprecedented in Southeast Asia. Abhijit’s leadership strengthens our presence in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region, enhances our ability to deliver tailored client solutions, and ensures we remain a trusted partner in Southeast Asia’s dynamic business environment”.

She holds a first-class bachelor’s degree in commerce from St. Xavier’s College, India, and is a Chartered Accountant and an Accredited Tax Advisor (Income Tax) with the Singapore Institute of Accredited Tax Professionals. A recognized thought leader, she authored the IP chapter of "The Law & Practice of Singapore Income Tax," a key reference book used in the country's high courts. She has also contributed to several boards, including the World Wildlife Fund Singapore, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS), and the editorial board of the Asia-Pacific Journal of Taxation.