About me

Faiza is a seasoned tax professional with extensive experience in both direct and indirect taxation, strategic advisory, and regulatory compliance. She is currently serving as Director Tax at Kress Cooper, where she leads end-to-end tax strategy, advisory, and compliance initiatives across a diverse portfolio of clients spanning multiple industries.

Faiza began her professional journey with PwC, specializing in Tax and Legal Services. During her time there, she developed robust expertise in corporate tax compliance, due diligence, tax assessments, and appeals. Her work covered a wide range of sectors, including oil & gas, banking, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals, giving her a comprehensive understanding of industry-specific tax challenges and solutions.

She later took on the role of Head of Taxation at Shell Pakistan Limited, where she was responsible for overseeing tax affairs across Shell’s aviation, lubricants, commercial fuel, and retail business units. Her leadership encompassed tax advisory, risk management, and engagement with regulatory bodies. Faiza actively represented Shell at key industry platforms such as the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC), Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), Large Taxpayers Unit, and the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Resources.

In addition to her regional responsibilities, Faiza contributed to Shell Markets Middle East Limited, further enhancing her exposure to cross-border tax planning and regulatory alignment. She was also part of the PwC Middle East project team, supporting multinational and local groups in navigating VAT and other tax reforms across the region. Her work included designing compliance frameworks, transaction mapping, and developing implementation roadmaps aligned with evolving legal standards.

Faiza is widely respected for her strategic vision, technical acumen, and collaborative leadership. She is passionate about mentoring young professionals and contributing to policy discussions that shape the future of taxation. With a strong belief in aligning tax strategy with business transformation, Faiza continues to deliver innovative, value-driven solutions in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.