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Real estate operations roles, covering property management, transaction coordination, asset management, and facilities oversight, are sponsored under the H-1B visa when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers file an LCA and I-129 petition on your behalf. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: New York
Other locations: Anywhere in Country
Salary: Competitive
Date: Jun 23, 2026
Requisition ID: 1715716
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace and the only professional services firm with a separate business unit dedicated to the financial services industry – the Financial Services Organization (FSO). Our focused model and bold ambition have put us at the center of the events that continue to reshape and redefine our industry, working side by side with a range of clients from our most venerable institutions to dynamic new entrants across Banking and Capital Markets, Wealth and Asset Management, Insurance, and Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction. Our purpose is to help build a financial services industry in which financial institutions are trusted and flourish, and the global economy is healthy, growing, and secure. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve complex challenges, then come join our dynamic FSO team!
Handling tax in such a large, sophisticated organization takes more than just a technical understanding of current tax practices. As a Real Estate Tax Manager, we will look to you to apply your knowledge to a wide range of tax areas and processes, devising strategic outcomes to some very complex issues. In return, you can expect the support of some of engaging colleagues, as well as plenty of opportunities to progress your career.
The opportunity
Our tax function is constantly evolving, and it's here you'll find everything you need to grow as we do. It's all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs.
Your key responsibilities
There isn't an average day for a Real Estate Tax Manager – so you're likely to spend your time on a diverse array of tax consulting and compliance projects, responsibilities, and tasks. Whatever you're working on, our clients will turn to you for up-to-the-minute tax advice they can always rely on. To make that happen, you'll be working in a highly collaborative culture, where listening to and sharing information with colleagues is an essential part of the role.
Skills and attributes for success
- Analyzing an evolving portfolio of complex tax operations to provide meaningful business insights.
- Identifying potential opportunities and risks and communicating these to our clients.
- Learning and researching current market trends, to maintain your credibility as a trusted advisor.
- Building client relationships and demonstrating your knowledge of the real estate, hospitality and construction industry.
- Developing clear, intelligent plans and approaches to improve our clients' tax activities.
- Researching our clients' business operations and building long-lasting relationships to tailor your advice to their specific needs.
- Supervising a motivated team of professionals, guaranteeing they have the skills, knowledge and opportunities to reach their full potential.
To qualify for the role you must have
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
- CPA required, or be a member of a state bar.
- CPA required for advancement.
- A minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
- Professional knowledge in a broad range of real estate tax technical and transaction skills, including partnership taxation, REITs taxation and qualification, partnership allocations, tax compliance, due diligence, acquisition/disposition planning and structuring.
- Experience managing budgets, people and projects.
- A proven record of excellence in a professional services or tax organization.
- Technical writing and research experience in a tax context.
- The ability to prioritize when working on multiple complex projects.
- Strong influencing skills, and the confidence to question existing processes.
- Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment.
What we look for
We're interested in people with initiative who are not afraid to speak up, with a genuine desire to make things better across the business. You'll need strong software skills and the ability to handle complex data from multiple sources. If you're ready to further build on your reputation as a professional advisor, this role is for you.
What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $116,200 to $212,900. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $139,400 to $242,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
Location: New York
Other locations: Anywhere in Country
Salary: Competitive
Date: Jun 23, 2026
Requisition ID: 1715716
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace and the only professional services firm with a separate business unit dedicated to the financial services industry – the Financial Services Organization (FSO). Our focused model and bold ambition have put us at the center of the events that continue to reshape and redefine our industry, working side by side with a range of clients from our most venerable institutions to dynamic new entrants across Banking and Capital Markets, Wealth and Asset Management, Insurance, and Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction. Our purpose is to help build a financial services industry in which financial institutions are trusted and flourish, and the global economy is healthy, growing, and secure. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve complex challenges, then come join our dynamic FSO team!
Handling tax in such a large, sophisticated organization takes more than just a technical understanding of current tax practices. As a Real Estate Tax Manager, we will look to you to apply your knowledge to a wide range of tax areas and processes, devising strategic outcomes to some very complex issues. In return, you can expect the support of some of engaging colleagues, as well as plenty of opportunities to progress your career.
The opportunity
Our tax function is constantly evolving, and it's here you'll find everything you need to grow as we do. It's all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs.
Your key responsibilities
There isn't an average day for a Real Estate Tax Manager – so you're likely to spend your time on a diverse array of tax consulting and compliance projects, responsibilities, and tasks. Whatever you're working on, our clients will turn to you for up-to-the-minute tax advice they can always rely on. To make that happen, you'll be working in a highly collaborative culture, where listening to and sharing information with colleagues is an essential part of the role.
Skills and attributes for success
- Analyzing an evolving portfolio of complex tax operations to provide meaningful business insights.
- Identifying potential opportunities and risks and communicating these to our clients.
- Learning and researching current market trends, to maintain your credibility as a trusted advisor.
- Building client relationships and demonstrating your knowledge of the real estate, hospitality and construction industry.
- Developing clear, intelligent plans and approaches to improve our clients' tax activities.
- Researching our clients' business operations and building long-lasting relationships to tailor your advice to their specific needs.
- Supervising a motivated team of professionals, guaranteeing they have the skills, knowledge and opportunities to reach their full potential.
To qualify for the role you must have
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
- CPA required, or be a member of a state bar.
- CPA required for advancement.
- A minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
- Professional knowledge in a broad range of real estate tax technical and transaction skills, including partnership taxation, REITs taxation and qualification, partnership allocations, tax compliance, due diligence, acquisition/disposition planning and structuring.
- Experience managing budgets, people and projects.
- A proven record of excellence in a professional services or tax organization.
- Technical writing and research experience in a tax context.
- The ability to prioritize when working on multiple complex projects.
- Strong influencing skills, and the confidence to question existing processes.
- Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment.
What we look for
We're interested in people with initiative who are not afraid to speak up, with a genuine desire to make things better across the business. You'll need strong software skills and the ability to handle complex data from multiple sources. If you're ready to further build on your reputation as a professional advisor, this role is for you.
What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $116,200 to $212,900. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $139,400 to $242,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Real Estate Operations Jobs
Target asset management and corporate real estate teams
Large REITs, institutional investors, and corporate real estate departments are more likely to sponsor than small residential brokerages. These employers have established HR and legal infrastructure to handle H-1B petitions efficiently and repeatedly.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
Real estate operations sponsorship hinges on proving the role requires a specific degree. A degree in real estate, finance, business administration, or urban planning strengthens your case considerably more than a general liberal arts background would.
Prioritize roles with analytical or financial components
Positions involving financial modeling, lease analysis, portfolio reporting, or asset valuation are easier to sponsor because the degree-to-job connection is clearer. Pure administrative or coordination roles face more scrutiny under specialty occupation standards.
Ask about sponsorship before the final interview stage
Real estate employers often assume candidates are already work-authorized. Raising sponsorship early filters out non-sponsors quickly and lets you focus your energy on companies that have sponsored before or are genuinely open to it.
Check for cap-exempt employer options
Universities with real estate or facilities departments, nonprofit housing organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. These roles bypass the lottery entirely, making them significantly more reliable pathways for first-time applicants.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate aggregates real estate operations roles from employers with documented sponsorship history. Searching there narrows your focus to companies already familiar with the process, saving you from cold-applying to firms that will decline immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can real estate operations roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the position must qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like real estate, finance, or business administration. Roles focused on asset management, financial analysis, or lease administration have a stronger case than general operations or administrative coordinator titles, which USCIS scrutinizes more heavily.
What degree do I need for visa sponsorship in real estate operations?
A bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business administration, urban planning, or a closely related field is the standard requirement. The key is that your degree must logically connect to the specific duties of the role. A mismatch between your field of study and the job description is one of the most common reasons USCIS issues a Request for Evidence on real estate H-1B visa petitions.
Which types of real estate employers are most likely to sponsor visas?
REITs, institutional asset managers, commercial real estate firms, corporate facilities teams at large companies, and university real estate departments are the most consistent sponsors. Residential brokerages and small property management companies rarely sponsor because they lack the legal infrastructure and volume of hires to justify the cost and complexity of H-1B petitions. Browse Migrate Mate to find real estate operations roles at employers with verified sponsorship history.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances in real estate operations?
Real estate operations is not an exempt occupation, so most roles go through the annual H-1B lottery with roughly a 20 to 25 percent selection rate per registration. The exception is roles at cap-exempt employers like universities, nonprofits, or government-affiliated research organizations, where the lottery does not apply. If you're on OPT, timing your job search around the April lottery window is critical for maintaining continuous work authorization.
Can property management or transaction coordinator roles be sponsored?
It's possible but difficult. USCIS requires proof that the specific position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Property management and transaction coordinator titles often have job descriptions broad enough that USCIS may argue a degree isn't truly required. Employers can strengthen the petition by emphasizing financial analysis, lease structuring, or portfolio reporting duties over purely administrative responsibilities.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Real Estate Operations jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.