Introduction of Advance Pricing Agreements in KSA

Mohamed is a key member of the leadership team, responsible for spearheading growth strategy, identifying new market opportunities, implementing business development initiatives, and collaborating with the wider tax leadership team to drive client excellence and revenue growth. As Growth Leader, he also leads strategies to accelerate Deloitte’s growth platform, manage proposals, and promote the firm’s capabilities and market eminence. In addition to leading growth initiatives, Mohamed heads the award-winning and market-leading Transfer Pricing team. The team’s services span three key areas: consulting, controversy, and compliance, supporting clients across various sectors. As a Transfer Pricing specialist and former regulator, Mohamed has more than 25 years of experience in transfer pricing, international tax, strategic, economic, and business consulting. His expertise covers multiple sectors, including automotive, construction and materials, energy, financial services, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications and media, technology, and travel and leisure. His experience includes leading and managing global documentation and planning studies, as well as drafting Advanced Pricing Agreements (APAs) for submission to tax authorities worldwide. Mohamed regularly presents on transfer pricing and tax issues at global seminars and has been extensively published in the field. In 2020, he was awarded the International Tax Review (ITR) Editor’s Choice Award for progressive work in Transfer Pricing and was nominated for the EMEA Transfer Pricing Practice Leader of the Year award. Mohamed holds an MBA (with distinction) from Warwick Business School, where he won an award for the overall best MBA degree of the year. He also holds an MSc Economics (with distinction) and a BSc Economics (first class) from the University of London.

Husain is a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) with over fifteen years of specialized experience in Transfer Pricing (TP) and International Tax with Big4 firms in India and the Middle East. He has led, managed, and executed numerous TP engagements across various countries, ensuring compliance with BEPS Action 13 documentation requirements. Husain advises multinational enterprise groups on TP business models, royalty/franchisee fee structures, business operations optimization, and regional headquarters setup. He excels in formulating robust audit defense strategies, representing clients before tax authorities, and leading alternate dispute resolution engagements, including Advanced Pricing Agreements (APAs) and Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAPs). His experience also includes due diligence projects, TP health checks, and harmonizing product pricing from TP and Customs perspectives. Currently serving as a Regional Transfer Pricing Partner with Deloitte Middle East, Husain leverages his extensive experience and leadership skills to contribute to the firm’s success. His career reflects his dedication to excellence, deep understanding of international tax complexities, and commitment to delivering high-quality advisory services to clients navigating transfer pricing and taxation across multiple jurisdictions.