What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Property Tax Advisory & Client Growth position at FirstPointe Advisors, LLC?
Position Overview
As FirstPointe expands its network and invests in the growth of its Texas office, the firm is seeking a dynamic leader to help strengthen its market presence and deepen client partnerships in the region. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of property tax expertise, client growth, and business development. The Manager will lead complex real estate property tax appeal strategies while serving as a trusted advisor to clients, driving revenue opportunities, and helping position the firm as a go-to leader in property tax consulting. This role calls for a strong mix of technical depth, relationship leadership, and entrepreneurial energy to support both client success and the continued expansion of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Property Tax Appeal Strategy & Execution
- Develop and lead comprehensive property tax appeal strategies for complex commercial real estate portfolios across Dallas jurisdictions, with assistance to Florida in the off season.
- Analyze property valuations, assessment methodologies, market data, and income/expense information to identify appeal opportunities.
- Oversee preparation and presentation of property tax appeals before county appraisal districts, Appraisal Review Board (ARB), special magistrates, and other taxing authorities.
- Conduct appeal hearings, negotiations, and settlement discussions to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
- Ensure compliance with Dallas property tax laws, deadlines, filing requirements, and procedural standards.
Case Negotiation & Presentation
- Serve as lead negotiator on income-producing, retail, office, industrial, multifamily, and special-use properties.
- Serve as a technical expert for valuation and appeal strategy, property tax statutes, deadlines, filing requirements and jurisdictional differences.
- Prepare and review written appeal submissions, valuation analyses, property tax forecast reports, and supporting documentation.
- Present valuation arguments clearly and persuasively to taxing authorities and decision-makers.
Account & Client Management
- Manage and grow a portfolio of key client accounts, serving as the primary point of contact.
- Build long-term client relationships by providing strategic advice, clear communication, and consistent results.
- Deliver regular reporting, valuation insights, and performance updates to clients.
- Identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities within existing accounts.
Team Leadership, Mentorship & Training
- Lead, mentor, and develop analysts, senior analysts, lead analysts, and administrative professionals within the property tax practice.
- Assign and oversee workloads to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and timely completion of appeals.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
- Develop and deliver training programs on valuation methodologies, appeal procedures, negotiation strategies, and best practices.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture aligned with firm values.
Business Development & Firm Growth
- Support and lead business development initiatives, including prospect meetings, proposal development, and client presentations.
- Leverage industry relationships to generate new business opportunities.
- Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations.
- Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives for the property tax consulting practice.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree a plus).
- Minimum 6–8 years of experience in property tax consulting, real estate valuation, or assessment appeals, with significant Texas market experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in Texas property tax law, valuation methods (income, cost, and sales comparison), and appeal processes.
- Proven experience leading appeal hearings and negotiating settlements.
- Prior management or supervisory experience demonstrated success in mentoring and developing staff.
- Strong client-facing and relationship management experience.
- Active professional designations such as CMI, MAI, CFA, CPA, CCIM, ASA, or similar are preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced valuation and analytical skills for income-producing real estate.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and written communication skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional portfolios.
- Leadership and team-building capabilities.
- Business development mindset with a client-service focus.
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines.