Real Estate Counsellor
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Reference #JL-TDP-8363
Turner Drake is the oldest full service real estate consultancy in Atlantic Canada. They were founded in 1976 to provide real estate services to the business community. In 1998 they expanded their service area to include Ontario, to meet the demands of clients owning property there as well. From their head office in Halifax, Nova Scotia they now undertake assignments from coast to coast, and all points in between. Their service offering has expanded to include seven complimentary divisions: Valuation, Property Tax, Counselling, Brokerage, Lasercad® Space Measurement, Economic Intelligence and Planning. They currently provide consulting advice on over $10 billion worth of property annually.
On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Real Estate Counsellor to join their team of dedicated professionals in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The Opportunity
Consulting Staff are firmly focused on assisting clients meet their strategic goals, not just their immediate needs. Whether you're already working in commercial real estate or simply have a strong interest in the field, Real Estate Counselling offers a wide range of opportunities. Assignments can vary from standard valuation and appraisal work to more complex and unconventional projects such as infrastructure acquisition, First Nations land claims, expropriation, mediation and arbitration, property assessment appeals, etc. If you’re looking for a professional environment that supports your growth, invests in your career, and rewards your success, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. The Real Estate Counsellor will be responsible for:
Professional Accreditation:
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online directly by clicking 'Apply Now' below.
If you have any questions, please contact Brittany Neaves, Consultant, at bneaves@kbrs.ca or Jeff Lanthier, Partner, at jlanthier@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Reference #JL-TDP-8363
Turner Drake is the oldest full service real estate consultancy in Atlantic Canada. They were founded in 1976 to provide real estate services to the business community. In 1998 they expanded their service area to include Ontario, to meet the demands of clients owning property there as well. From their head office in Halifax, Nova Scotia they now undertake assignments from coast to coast, and all points in between. Their service offering has expanded to include seven complimentary divisions: Valuation, Property Tax, Counselling, Brokerage, Lasercad® Space Measurement, Economic Intelligence and Planning. They currently provide consulting advice on over $10 billion worth of property annually.
On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Real Estate Counsellor to join their team of dedicated professionals in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The Opportunity
Consulting Staff are firmly focused on assisting clients meet their strategic goals, not just their immediate needs. Whether you're already working in commercial real estate or simply have a strong interest in the field, Real Estate Counselling offers a wide range of opportunities. Assignments can vary from standard valuation and appraisal work to more complex and unconventional projects such as infrastructure acquisition, First Nations land claims, expropriation, mediation and arbitration, property assessment appeals, etc. If you’re looking for a professional environment that supports your growth, invests in your career, and rewards your success, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. The Real Estate Counsellor will be responsible for:
- Preparing reports for estate planning, matrimonial litigation, insurance and business losses, financing, balance sheet reporting, purchase and sale, etc.
- Appearing as an expert witness before courts and various regulatory boards and commissions.
- Managing large real estate consulting projects.
- Preparation of valuation reports in accordance with established professional standards.
- Litigation work with appearances at all court levels as well as non-litigation valuation reports on property.
- Reviewing property assessments, filing appeals, and negotiating reductions on behalf of property owners.
- Training and supervising junior and intermediate-level Consultants.
Professional Accreditation:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with relevant experience.
- Chartered Surveyor (F/MRICS), or
- Other relevant real estate accreditations.
- Experience in (and a comfort level with) finance as well as the ability to learn how to apply it in a real estate setting.
- Understanding of property valuation, property tax, and/or strategic real estate counselling would be an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to provide high-level, strategic advice for long term client relationships—beyond “cookie-cutter” assignments or focusing only on immediate needs.
- A genuine interest in people, strong listening skills, and the ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; French is an asset.
- Exceptional interpersonal and networking abilities.
- Comfortable interacting with professionals across a broad spectrum—from CEOs to tradespeople, and enjoy building relationships through problem solving.
- Visionary mindset with a strategic approach to solving complex client problems.
- Curious, open-minded, and eager to grow professionally.
- Reliable, energetic, and detail-oriented.
- Possesses a strong sense of humour and team spirit.
- Thrives in a collaborative, high-trust environment.
- With an enquiring and open mind, you have an eye for detail, are thorough, trustworthy, energetic, reliable and believe in benefiting from the opinions of others.
- Committed to the growth and development of junior team members.
- Willing to take ownership of team training and mentorship responsibilities.
- Values a career with purpose and long-term impact.
- Strong negotiation skills; completion of a university-level course in negotiation would be an asset.
- Motivated by a combination of base salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Seeks fulfillment through professional challenge and meaningful contribution.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online directly by clicking 'Apply Now' below.
If you have any questions, please contact Brittany Neaves, Consultant, at bneaves@kbrs.ca or Jeff Lanthier, Partner, at jlanthier@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
