Research Analyst

Job description

The Research Analyst position contributes to best-in-class research that differentiates JLL and builds and maintains a competitive advantage in the Mid-Atlantic marketplace through market expertise, analysis, insight and client advisory. The analyst’s primary responsibilities will be to track and analyze all aspects of the Bethesda office commercial real estate market, and leverage that knowledge and expertise in the development of research products, business development packages and client deliverables and engagement. This position will work closely with professionals and clients in the Suburban Maryland market, throughout the Mid-Atlantic JLL offices, as well as colleagues throughout the Americas Research group.

Objectives of the role:

·  Proactively deliver information and insights on the office commercial real estate market, as well as economic and demographics activity, conditions, trends and forecasts
·  Develop thought leadership pieces on key trends, and issues affecting the market, economy, region and industries
·  Seek out, develop, and share best practice standards for the region, the U.S. Office Group and the Americas Research Group
·  Develop strong relationships with internal and external clients and facilitate the use of research as a differentiator
·  Work with business leaders to lead and position research to contribute to business development efforts
·  Develop and leverage relationships with research counterparts at other local commercial real estate firms
·  Partner with the GIS team to ensure all data, knowledge and insight our teams have access to are being captured in JLL’s proprietary GIS and visualization tools that fuel dynamic client and prospect presentations and deliverables

Experience and qualifications:

·  Bachelor’s degree
·  Demonstrated passion in real estate and markets overall with a strong desire and commitment to learning micro- and macro-level economic, demographic and market dynamics
·  Organized and proactive approach that understands and focuses on data organization, quality and enhancement and familiarity working with various database platforms.
·  High-level analytical and problem-solving skills and strategic-thinking capacity that is deeply proficient in Microsoft Excel
·  Effective written communication skills and deep understanding of Microsoft Word
·  Experienced, polished and innovative presentation skills and strong proficiency working with PowerPoint
·  Ability to multitask and effectively manage time and workload between enhancing the overall data and research platform and pivoting to focus on new business development opportunities
·  Positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to both work independently and partner with others as part of a dynamic team

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