Careers

Founded in 1998, Pocrnic Realty Advisors Inc. (PRA) is a full service Commercial Real Estate firm offering professional services, and the convenience of one stop shopping with accredited professionals in the fields of Appraisal, Assessment, Brokerage, Mortgages and Asset Management.  PRA houses a diversity of expertise under one roof. The result is value-added services; a comprehensive information base; and a unique and advantageous perspective on the real estate market. Our firm offers a robust variety of Residential and Commercial Appraisal possibilities.

We currently have an opening for a full-time Property Tax Consultant.

The Job Description

• Responsible for providing a variety of property assessment and tax consulting services for all types of projects to new and existing clients;
• Act as a liaison for matters before the Assessment Review Board;
• Continuously upgrade knowledge regarding market and industry trends, property assessment and taxation practices and procedures and legislation;
• Manage client relationships in a matter that leads to contract renewal, referrals and service expansion including up-sells and cross-sells;
• Maintain ongoing client communication while resolving issues expeditiously and escalating issues to next level of management as appropriate;
• Ensure data collected as part of ongoing assignments as entered accurately into PRA database in a timely fashion;
• Work to develop strategies to effectively manage client relationships and to explore additional opportunities for all PRA business units;
• Prepare and deliver high impact client presentations and well-reasoned comprehensive property reports with recommendations;
• Conduct regular follow-up meetings and project debriefs with clients to ensure high levels of satisfaction and to identify areas for continuous improvement as well as additional services required;
• Actively participate in the marketing initiatives and proactively inform Management of potential new assignments or marketing leads.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is a team player with a proven work ethic, self-motivated and able to work independently;
• Must have exceptional standards and a high level of professionalism;
• Must be organized, able to prioritize and multi-task, and have good time management skills to be able to meet tight turnaround times;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with acute attention to detail and fluency in English at the university level;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interrelate successfully with co-workers, clients and marketplace participantswith a natural desire to grow within the company and industry;
• Excellent computer skills including research, quantitative and analytical skills.

The Requirements

• University Degree in a complementary discipline along with a Paralegal License with the Law Society of Ontario;
• 3-5 years of related experience in property assessment, taxation and appraisal;
• Appropriate designation or willingness to pursue designation with the Institute of Municipal Assessors, the Appraisal Institute of Canada or a similar recognized real estate association;
• Excellent knowledge of property assessment practices, policies and procedures, along with legislative requirements (Assessment Act and Assessment Review Boards Rules of Practice and Procedures.

PRA offers a strong mentorship with competitive compensation and an excellent working environment as part of a team of talented individuals

Please forward cover letter and resume in confidence to Virginia Rowe at vrowe@pracommercial.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open position.

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Pocrnic Realty Advisors is seeking a full-time Real Estate Appraiser within the firm’s valuation, property tax and advisory division.

The Job Description

Under the direction and assistance of the firm’s management, the position is responsible for data collection, market analysis, and the completion of appraisal reports involving commercial, industrial, investment, land, and residential real estate throughout Ontario. The position will also assist with the analysis of property assessments and the completion of reports for use in assessment appeals.

The Ideal Candidate

The idea Candidate will have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluency in English

• High standards and a high level of professionalism with a desire to grow within the firm and industry

• A thorough understanding of appraisal, methodology and the real estate industry

• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills with a precise attention to detail

• A committed work ethic with an ability to work independently while responsibly meeting delivery dates

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interrelate successfully with co-workers, Clients, and marketplace participants

Requirements

• AACI designation or CRA designation, or advanced standing working towards AACI designation

• Membership in the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC)

• University degree in complementary discipline

• Three years working experience in appraisal, assessment, property tax, or real estate

• A valid driver’s license and the use of a vehicle

Pocrnic Realty Advisors Inc.

Founded in 1998, Pocrnic Realty Advisors is an independent provider of diversified real estate advisory services and investment products. As an integrated group of multi-disciplined professionals, the firm commits itself to ensuring quality and safeguarding the integrity of Client interests. As prominent industry leaders, the firm strives to maintain its presence as forerunners within real estate and investment markets. Core services of the firm include valuation and advisory, property assessment appeal and tax recovery, asset and property management, capital management, development and brokerage.

PRA offers strong management and mentorship, an excellent and structured working environment with a team of highly talented and respected individuals, professional and personal growth opportunities, and competitive compensation.

Please forward cover letter and resume in confidence to Ms. Virginia Rowe at vrowe@pracommercial.com

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please note, we do not accept phone or email inquiries with regards to this position.