Transfer Pricing Supremo, Owen Crassweller, defects from EY to join Deloitte London

Deloitte has hired Owen Crassweller as a new tax partner in its rapidly expanding UK transfer pricing team. Owen joins from Ernst & Young, and brings with him 20 years experience advising European and US based multinationals on transfer pricing, tax efficient supply chain and international tax issues across all industries.

Mark Atkinson, head of transfer pricing at Deloitte, said: “Owen is one of the most highly rated transfer pricing professionals in the industry. His appointment will ensure we are increasingly well positioned to provide clients with expert advice, especially in tax aligned supply chain, where Owen is recognised by the market as a leading specialist.

“His expertise in tax aligned supply chain management will help our clients realise tax savings and manage the tax risks arising from changes in their businesses. Owen is a valuable addition to Deloitte and his recruitment is a clear demonstration of our commitment to being the UK’s leading transfer pricing practice.”

Owen Crassweller commented: “Businesses face increasing complexity and regulatory demands in international taxation and transfer pricing, combined with rapid business change. I believe that Deloitte is best positioned in the market to help businesses effectively manage this multitude of challenges, and I am delighted to be joining such a dynamic and talented team. Deloitte has the breadth and depth of expertise to help clients achieve real competitive advantage in addressing these strategic challenges.”

Owen, aged 51, provides added capability to Deloitte’s UK transfer pricing team which is the number one Global Transfer Pricing Team for the fourth year running, according to Euromoney magazine, and was voted UK Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year 2006 by International Tax Review.

The Deloitte team comprises over 70 tax experts and economists who can provide advice on all aspects of transfer pricing and tax aligned supply chain planning. The team has a vast breadth of experience, including professionals with HMRC and industry backgrounds.

Owen is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales, the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accounts, and the Canadian Tax Foundation.