Assistant Manager / Executive, Lease Management (Property Tax)

About the role

CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI), a global real asset manager headquartered and listed in Singapore, is hiring an Assistant Manager / Executive for lease management focused on property tax. This is a two-year contract. The role keeps property tax matters compliant with tax regulations and supports asset managers, account managers and tenants.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure property tax matters comply with tax regulations and review tax requirements to generate fees earned through tax savings for the capital sources and asset types under management.
• Review the annual value of properties and present the basis of assessment to Asset Managers.
• Manage third-party service providers on property tax-related work scopes.
• Prepare, submit and track objections and appeals, recommend actions to asset managers and communicate with IRAS officers to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Work with asset managers, account managers and tenants on clawing back additional property tax from tenants.
• Represent landlords at valuation appeals, including the Pre-Hearing Conference, and take part in property inspections with IRAS officers.
• Support asset managers in preparing the annual budgeting exercise for property tax and help the Support Manager/HOD prepare periodic and ad hoc reports.
• Liaise with business units for data updates and handle ad hoc tasks such as property tax rebate changes.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Business, Real Estate or its equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the real estate industry, preferably on property tax matters or property valuation.
• Strong analytical mind with good communication and interpersonal skills; meticulous and detail-oriented.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with large datasets.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Subsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences.
• Staff volunteerism programme and wellness programmes.