Head of Research & Consulting

Our client is a leading global real estate services firm looking for a new Head of Research & Consulting. This pivotal role is responsible for research and consulting in key markets nationwide.

This position requires excellent presentation skills, and contributes significantly to the overarching business development strategy, managing and coordinating research expertise across different service lines and property types.

Responsibilities:

• Provide research information and directly engage with media for interviews
• Collaborate with Marketing department to publish market trends and analysis on social media and the company website
• Offer recommendations for the design and development of new products and services
• Support pitches and proposals by providing market research and analysis
• Present market information and analysis to clients
• Actively participate in strategic business development
• Recruit, motivate, and retain existing employees
• Oversee compilation of quarterly data and statistics; forecast and address client needs
• Ensure appropriate level of staffing for projects
• Ensure research teams effectively meet the needs of local agents and sales staff
• Manage the production and distribution of analytical research
• Facilitate the sharing of best practices across markets and offices

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s degree in research, economics, real estate, or related field preferred
• 10 years of market research experience preferably in real estate
• 6 years of supervisory experience
• Professional business acumen with deep understanding of real estate leasing and capital markets
• Ability to develop forward-looking insights
• Strong leadership skills to manage, train, and mentor the research team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with advanced presentation abilities
• Adaptable; thrives in a fast-changing environment
• Proven ability in business development and networking
• Thorough knowledge of the complexities and regulations of the CRE industry, with the ability to collate, analyse, and communicate key market metrics and indicators