Research Analyst

Job Title

Research Analyst

Job Description Summary

The Analyst reports to the Regional Manager. The Analyst is responsible for supporting the development of local research output and thought leadership. Specifically, this position provides support for gathering and analyzing local market data and interpreting this information to identify trends in the market. Output of the analysis is used to produce research deliverables to be included in pitch and/or proposal materials and reflects various market dynamics. The Analyst is also accountable for accurate and proactive maintenance of proprietary and third-party databases with local market data, as well as pulling data from said systems to support thought leadership and forecast development. This position is not specific to a service line but may specialize by property type.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Gather, analyze, interpret, and present real estate trends and information for business development opportunities, client support, and internal analysis for the office and industrial markets
• Compile and distribute research in the form of narratives, graphics, data summaries, etc. for internal (Brokers, Property Managers, Marketing)
• Analyze market statistics, generate market reports and/or collateral material based on statistical analysis conducted
• Interface with national research resources to produce standardized market reports and customized client research
• Educate internal clients on available research tools and resources
• Develop and maintain a proprietary commercial real estate database ensuring consistently accurate and current data
• Create and analyze spreadsheets utilizing data needed to generate graphs, tables, and written analysis and make recommendations to the Director of Research
• Generate statistics, tables, and graphs used in quarterly market and statistical reports
• Create quarterly market reports to include written analysis explaining statistics and market activity, which may include drafting quarterly write-up
• Compile statistical data specific to client or service line by translating and converting data to graphs/tables/charts

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree; Industry related field of study preferred
• 1+ years of real estate research or related business experience
• Or any similar combination of education and experience
• Experience in data entry/data management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Excel
• Strong data software applications skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet goals and objectives
• Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective listening and critical thinking skills
• Candidates must be bilingual in French and English.