Debbie Lai
About Debbie Lai
Debbie Lai serves as Senior Tax Counsel at VGW, where she has worked since 2022. She previously held positions at EY and VGW, specializing in international tax and transaction services.
Current Role at VGW
Debbie Lai currently serves as Senior Tax Counsel at VGW, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing tax compliance and strategy, ensuring that the organization adheres to relevant tax laws and regulations. Her expertise contributes to the company's financial planning and risk management efforts.
Previous Experience at VGW
Before her current role, Debbie Lai worked at VGW as Tax Counsel from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she focused on tax advisory services and compliance, supporting the company's operations in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Her experience at VGW laid the foundation for her advancement to Senior Tax Counsel.
Experience at EY
Debbie Lai gained valuable experience as a Senior Consultant in International Tax and Transaction Services at EY from 2017 to 2019. Based in Sydney, Australia, she provided tax consulting services to clients, helping them navigate complex international tax issues and transaction-related tax matters.
Educational Background
Debbie Lai completed her secondary education at St George Girls High School from 2005 to 2010. She then pursued higher education at Macquarie University, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from 2011 to 2016. This educational background equipped her with a solid foundation in commerce and law, essential for her career in tax counsel.