Research Associate

Company: Savills North America
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

Savills is looking for an Research Associate. Based in Seattle, the company is seeking a Research Associate to join as part of our commercial real estate broker and professional development program. Our development program provides opportunity for individuals to obtain industry experience working in a research, data and analytics role, while preparing to advance in a client facing role at the firm (brokerage, consulting, client technologies, etc.). Working under guidance of both Research and Brokerage leadership, the candidate will collect, update, analyze and present commercial real estate data for the Seattle market. The successful candidate will be invited and challenged to assist the sales teams in all aspects of their business, but with a specific focus on data and analytics. Upon successful completion of the 18-month training period, the Research Associate will transition to a commission sales or professional role. If you feel you possess the ambition, entrepreneurial spirit, skill and drive to excel in the world of top-tiered business then we invite you to apply.Specific responsibilities include:-- Learn, track, and analyze factors impacting the local commercial real estate market* Provide regular updates to, and maintenance of, proprietary market information databases, including building and owner information, stacking plans, lease and sale comparables, tenants in the market, and other key data points* Use tools including Tableau an Alteryx to organize, analyze and visualize data * Contribute to the production of quarterly market statistics and reports* Respond to all requests for data and information in a timely and accurate manner* Work with brokerage, marketing, and graphics teams to best position research to contribute to business development, client service efforts, and pursuit strategy* Work with close counterparts in other disciplines as part of a cross-functional team, network and exchange best practices with peer groupExperience/Education/Qualifications:* BA or BS Degree in business, computer sciences, information systems, engineering disciplines, mathematics, marketing or related field; commercial real estate research experience a plus* Accomplished with Microsoft Office Suite, Internet research, and various other types of analytical and presentation software (Tableau, Alteryx); Salesforce experience a plus* Strong problem-solving, analytic and data visualization skills * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including written, verbal and presentation delivery * Consistently demonstrate a high level of performance and professionalism* Self-starter who works independently and thinks proactively and strategically* Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Savills values a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants, including minorities and women, are encouraged to apply. Savills participates in the E-Verify program.

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