Ruud Waals

Ruud Waals has extensive work experience in the field of tax and legal services. Ruud has worked as a Tax Director at RM2 International S.A. since March 2019, where they have been responsible for designing and executing a global transfer pricing system. Prior to that, Ruud worked as an International Tax Manager at the same company, where they were involved in setting up a supply chain network and resolving transfer pricing issues.

Before joining RM2 International S.A., Ruud worked as an Interim Legal & Tax services provider for various international companies at Rudowa B.V. In this role, they were responsible for tasks such as setting up Biopolymer Agro and liquidating MIA group of companies.

Ruud also has experience working as a Legal & Tax Manager at Cool Investments, where they implemented tax control framework and managed tax reporting for group audits. Additionally, they handled tax return compliance in several countries including the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France.

Prior to that, Ruud provided interim legal and tax services for various international companies at Solarmag Plc. During this time, they set up a multinational structure for investment in solar energy projects and handled legal, tax, and corporate services for real estate investments.

Before working at Solarmag Plc, Ruud held the position of Tax Director at Trader Classified Media N.V., where they oversaw tax-related matters for the company's classified advertising distribution activities in 21 countries.

Their earlier work experience includes serving as General Legal and Tax Counsel at Larmag Group, where they set up a global group structure for various activities such as oil, real estate, and shipping. Ruud also worked as a Senior Tax Lawyer at KPMG Meijburg & Co, providing tax advice and compliance services to international clients.

Ruud's professional journey began as a University Teacher at Rijks Universiteit Leiden, where they taught for a year.

Overall, Ruud Waals has a diverse and comprehensive background in tax and legal services, with a focus on international operations and compliance.

Ruud Waals attended Leiden University from 1979 to 1986, where they pursued a Master's degree in Tax law. Prior to their time at Leiden University, Ruud Waals attended Het Baarnsch Lyceum, though no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.