Real Estate Tax Associate | $121K-$130K

Purple Cow Recruiting; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Heartline Staffing is seeking a Real Estate Tax Associate for a full-time, in-office role in Homewood, Illinois. You will prepare and manage property tax appeals for income-producing and owner-occupied properties, analyzing assessments and communicating with clients and county officials.

The ideal candidate holds a J.D. and an active Illinois license, with strong writing and analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary in the $121,000–$130,000 range and requires in-office presence.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree REQUIRED.
• Active Illinois Law License IN GOOD STANDING REQUIRED.
• Strong legal writing and business communication skills REQUIRED.
• Ability to draft clear, persuasive briefs and correspondence REQUIRED.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities REQUIRED.
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple deadlines independently REQUIRED.
• Professionalism, discretion and sound judgment with confidential information REQUIRED.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Draft, file and manage complaints, briefs and supporting evidence for property tax appeals.
• Analyze assessment records, valuation histories and related documentation.
• Develop effective appeal strategies for income-producing and owner-occupied properties.
• Manage property tax appeals for complex real estate development projects.
• Coordinate with county representatives regarding hearings, settlements and refunds.

Skills

Legal writing

Business communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Client service

Interpersonal skills

Drafting briefs

Confidential information handling

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree

Illinois law license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Real Estate Tax Associate | $121K-$130K

Homewood, IL | In-Office | Full-Time

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn

Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Real Estate Tax Associate for a full-time, in-office attorney opportunity in Homewood, Illinois. This position focuses on commercial, industrial and investment property tax appeals and provides exposure to property tax law, economic development incentives and real estate taxation.

This opportunity is well suited for an Illinois-licensed attorney with strong legal writing, analytical and client-service skills. Prior property tax appeal experience is highly desirable; however, the position is also open to an attorney who demonstrates the ability to quickly master new concepts and achieve results.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Real Estate Tax Associate will prepare and manage property tax appeals involving income-producing and owner-occupied properties, analyze assessment and valuation information, assist with tax objection matters and communicate directly with clients and county representatives.

The attorney will also gain exposure to economic development aspects of property tax appeals, including incentive programs such as Class 6b, Class 7, Class 8 and Tax Increment Financing (TIF), following appropriate training and experience.

COMPENSATION

• $121,000-$130,000
• Full-Time, Exempt Position
• Relocation Assistance: No

SCHEDULE

• Monday-Friday
• 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• In-Office In Homewood, IL

PROPERTY TAX APPEALS

• Draft, File And Manage Complaints, Briefs And Supporting Evidence For Property Tax Appeals
• Handle Matters Involving Income-Producing And Owner-Occupied Properties
• Analyze Assessment Records, Valuation Histories And Related Documentation
• Develop Effective Appeal Strategies
• Manage Property Tax Appeals For Complex Real Estate Development Projects
• Work On Matters Involving New Construction, Substantial Rehabilitation And Demolition
• Maintain Appeal Dockets
• Monitor Filings And Deadlines

TAX OBJECTION & COURT SUPPORT

• Assist With Court Call Management
• Support Document Production For Tax Objection Cases In Circuit Court Proceedings
• Coordinate With County Representatives Regarding Hearings, Scheduling, Settlements And Refunds
• Prepare And Maintain Professional Correspondence And Legal Documentation

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TAX INCENTIVES

• Participate In Economic Development Aspects Of Property Tax Appeals Following Appropriate Training And Experience
• Work With Class 6b, Class 7 And Class 8 Tax Incentive Programs
• Work With Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Matters
• Oversee Phases Of Obtaining, Monitoring And Renewing Tax Incentive Classifications
• Assist With Tax Proration Matters And Related Projects

CLIENT COMMUNICATION

• Communicate Professionally With Clients Regarding Appeal Status
• Manage Client Information Requests
• Communicate Appeal Outcomes And Strategic Recommendations
• Work Effectively With Clients, Appraisers, Attorneys And Government Officials
• Maintain Professionalism And Discretion When Handling Confidential Information

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate In Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Programs
• Work In A Collaborative Professional Environment

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Basic Life And AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Retirement Plan For Eligible Employees

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree From An Accredited Law School REQUIRED
• Active Illinois Law License In Good Standing REQUIRED
• Strong Legal Writing And Business Communication Skills REQUIRED
• Ability To Draft Clear, Persuasive Briefs And Correspondence REQUIRED
• Excellent Analytical And Problem-Solving Abilities REQUIRED
• Strong Time Management And Ability To Manage Multiple Deadlines Independently REQUIRED
• Professionalism, Discretion And Sound Judgment With Confidential Information REQUIRED
• Ability To Interpret Complex Assessment And Valuation Data REQUIRED
• Effective Interpersonal Skills REQUIRED
• Proficiency With Microsoft Word, Excel And Outlook REQUIRED

PREFERRED

• 2+ Years Of Experience Researching And Filing Property Tax Appeals With Local Assessing Bodies And Property Tax Appeal Agencies
• Experience In Real Estate Law, Municipal Development Or Property Tax Appeals