Pierre D'elia
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Senior international tax advisor with significant experience in Luxembourg and UAE tax matters, advising investment funds, sponsors, family offices, institutional investors and multinational groups on complex cross-border transactions. Expertise includes fund structuring, M&A, private equity, real estate and infrastructure investments, as well as the design and implementation of tax-efficient international structures in multi-jurisdictional environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
39
39
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Associate - International Corporate Tax
ATOZ Tax Advisers Middle East
Dubai, UAE
2025.03 - Current
- Advise investment funds, sponsors, family offices and institutional investors on UAE and international tax matters relating to cross-border investments and transactions.
- Structure holding and investment platforms for private equity, real estate and infrastructure investments.
- Provide tax advice on M&A transactions, corporate restructurings and financing arrangements.
- Review fund, financing and corporate documentation from a tax perspective, including LPAs, shareholders' agreements.
- Advise on fund formation, carried interest arrangements and investment holding structures.
- Assist clients with the establishment and restructuring of UAE and international structures, including Free Zone and QIF regimes.
- Conduct tax due diligence reviews in connection with acquisitions and disposals.
- Coordinate with legal counsel, investment teams, auditors and regulatory authorities on cross-border matters.
- Manage client relationships and oversee the delivery of tax advisory engagements.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, manage project teams and coordinate the execution of complex tax advisory assignments.
Associate - Investment Fund Lawyer
Elvinger Hoss Prussen - top-tier (Tier 1)
Luxembourg
2022.05 - 2025.01
- Advise sponsors, asset managers and institutional investors on the structuring, establishment and operation of Luxembourg investment funds, including private equity, real estate and infrastructure funds.
- Draft and negotiate fund documentation, including limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements, side letters and offering documents.
- Advise on Luxembourg legal, regulatory and governance requirements applicable to investment fund structures.
- Assist clients with fund formation, fundraising processes and investor onboarding.
- Structure carried interest, management incentive and co-investment arrangements for sponsors and management teams.
- Advise on the establishment of Luxembourg holding, financing and acquisition vehicles in connection with fund investments and transactions.
- Coordinate with tax advisers, fund administrators, depositaries, regulatory authorities and foreign counsel on cross-border matters.
- Provide ongoing legal support to fund sponsors, general partners, AIFMs and management entities.
- Manage client relationships and supervise junior team members.
Associate - International Corporate Tax
ATOZ Tax Advisers Luxembourg
Luxembourg
2020.03 - 2022.05
- Advise investment funds, family offices, institutional investors and multinational groups on Luxembourg Corporate Tax, international tax and cross-border investment structuring.
- Prepare and review technical tax memoranda relating to Luxembourg Corporate Tax, international tax and cross-border transactions.
- Advise on the tax aspects of private equity, real estate and infrastructure investments across multiple jurisdictions.
- Conduct tax due diligence reviews and assist clients in connection with acquisitions, disposals and corporate reorganisations.
- Review legal and commercial documentation from a tax perspective, including financing arrangements, shareholders' agreements and fund documentation.
- Manage client relationships and coordinate multidisciplinary engagements involving tax, legal, regulatory and accounting teams.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members while overseeing the delivery of complex tax advisory projects.
Tax advisor
Rosemont Consulting
Monaco
2019.01 - 2019.06
- Advise corporates, private clients and investment structures on international tax matters, including M&A transactions, real estate investments, private equity structures and transfer pricing issues.
- Assist with the tax structuring of domestic and cross-border transactions, corporate reorganisations and investment acquisitions.
- Prepare technical tax analyses and advise clients on complex international tax matters.
- Review corporate and individual tax filings and assist clients with their ongoing tax compliance obligations.
- Liaise with clients, legal advisers and tax authorities in relation to tax planning and compliance matters.
Education
Admission to the Luxembourg Bar - List II -
Barreau de Luxembourg
LuxembourgCertificate in Luxembourg Law (CCDL) -
University of Luxembourg
Luxembourg 2001.04 - 2022.02
Tax Agent Formation - Ongoing
PWC
UAEMaster of Laws - Taxation
University Nice Sophia Antipolis
France 2001.04 - 2019.07
Skills
- Client relationship management: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and act as a trusted advisor
- Commercial wareness: Understanding clients' business objectives and providing practical, commercially focused advice
- Project management: Ability to coordinate clients, advisers and internal teams across complex transactions
- Communication and drafting skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly and concisely
- Leadership and team collaboration: Ability to supervise junior team members, work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to business development initiatives
Languages
French
Native
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Padel/Tennis
- Thriathlon - Ironman 70.3
- Co-founded and developed a start-up while completing my university studies
Timeline
Senior Associate - International Corporate Tax
ATOZ Tax Advisers Middle East
2025.03 - Current
Associate - Investment Fund Lawyer
Elvinger Hoss Prussen - top-tier (Tier 1)
2022.05 - 2025.01
Associate - International Corporate Tax
ATOZ Tax Advisers Luxembourg
2020.03 - 2022.05
Tax advisor
Rosemont Consulting
2019.01 - 2019.06
Certificate in Luxembourg Law (CCDL) -
University of Luxembourg
2001.04 - 2022.02
Master of Laws - Taxation
University Nice Sophia Antipolis
2001.04 - 2019.07
Admission to the Luxembourg Bar - List II -
Barreau de Luxembourg
Tax Agent Formation - Ongoing
PWC