Property Tax, Senior Paralegal

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Legal Services - Employment & Pensions

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

Our Property Tax group within the Indirect Tax practice is a leader in the global commercial real estate (CRE) industry. Our dedicated team focuses on helping clients optimize cash flow and mitigate risk by addressing the intricacies of property assessment and taxation. You will play a key role in supporting our clients in relation to both regional and national projects as well as value-added tax projects associated with property assessment and taxation. Your expertise will be called upon to critically review and evaluate property tax appeal positions offering informed recommendations and adeptly managing the appeal process in accordance with the firms rigorous policies standards and guidelines.

As a Senior Paralegal youll work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will lead in delivering strategic property tax advisory services ensuring clients navigate the complexities of tax obligations with expertise. You will also manage client relationships oversee appeal processes and conduct in-depth research and analysis to provide innovative solutions.

Your role is not just about analysis; its about being a part of a team that delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory this role you will monitor market trends and legislative changes ensuring our clients are well-informed and can maximize tax recovery potential through all available programs and incentives.

Meaningful work youll be part of

As a Senior Paralegal youll work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve business issues deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Draft and prepare legal pleadings motions and other legal documents in coordination and/or with the support of legal counsel as required
Collaborate with valuation consultants to train and educate on negotiation strategies
Centralize and manage communications with third parties including clients opposing counsel and court personnel
Serve as a signing authority for specified legal documents and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with legal standards
Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support case strategies Maintain and organize case files ensuring all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible
Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Provide administrative support to attorneys and other legal professionals as needed
Stay updated on changes in property tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance

Experience and skills youll use to solve

Significant experience in property tax case management tax litigation and dispute resolution
An active paralegal license in the Province of Ontario is required
A post-secondary degree (or equivalent work experience) in law real property valuation property assessment real estate urban studies economics or finance is preferred
Strong understanding of approaches to valuation with a focus on communication of complex concepts.
Strong analytical communication drafting and writing skills
Must be self-motivated with a genuine desire to learn the law and follow case law
Willingness to participate in team-based initiatives for growth and development and to implement innovation in our delivery of services
Demonstrated people management and leadership skills with the ability to coach team members build strong relationships and foster collaboration
Must be digitally enabled/engaged and comfortable with using and learning technology
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage deadlines
Interest in working collaboratively as part of a team
PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer

Why youll love PwC

Wereyoull be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work and our continuous development environment will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact and support your wellbeing through a competitive compensation package inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island on the land that is now known as Canada which are the lands of the ancestral treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

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Optional Skills

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Government Clearance Required

Job Posting End Date

At PwC Canada our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. Were committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

Were committed to providing accommodations throughout the application interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best please let us know during the application process.

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Chez PwC Canada notre atout le plus précieux cest notre personnel. Et cest en apprenant les uns des autres que nous devenons plus forts. Nous avons à cœur de créer une communauté équitable et inclusive de professionnels de la résolution de problèmes dans laquelle chacun se sent vraiment à sa place. Nous savons que lexpérience peut prendre diverses formes et pour nous donner confiance au public et résoudre des problèmes importants nest possible que si notre milieu de travail reflète la diversité de la société dans laquelle nous vivons.

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Line of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismLegal Services - Employment & PensionsManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryOur Property Tax group within the Indirect Tax practice is a leader in the global commercial real estate (CRE) industry. Our dedicated team focuses on...