Job Title: Director, Strategic Insights & Analytics

Department: FP&A

Home Partners of America, a Blackstone portfolio company, provides paths to homeownership for people who might not otherwise have one, empowering thousands of households to choose quality single-family homes with transparent, locked-in pricing and the power to rent, buy, or walk away with no hidden fees and no strings attached. Today, we offer a range of leasing options to give more people a chance to live in great communities across the U.S., as well as complementary services to help our residents strengthen their credit and navigate the homebuying process.

At HPA, our mission is to "Enrich the lives of the people we serve, one home at a time. Helping more people get into great homes, in the neighborhoods they love, is inspirational, our business model is unique and innovative, and our resident-led approach is closely connected to our Values:

Be a Good Neighbor

At our core, we are dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact on the world. It's a commitment to our mission, our residents, and each other. We treat others with respect and embrace sustainable and inclusive practices that benefit everyone we serve.

Go the Extra Mile

For us, it’s all about our residents. We give our work everything we’ve got and rigorously pursue excellence. We also champion a culture of continuous improvement to always help each other be better today than yesterday.

Do the Right Thing

We lead each day with purpose and adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards. Integrity is our compass—we are committed to honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

We are tremendously proud of our programs and the positive impact we have on our residents and communities.

Your Role

The Director, Strategic Insights & Analytics is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting financial data, market trends, and economic indicators to provide valuable insights and recommendations for investment, financial planning, and decision-making purposes.

What will you be doing

Responsibilities/Key Objectives

• SFR Thought Leader: Organize and communicate third party market data, economic data, demographic data and industry trends and present state of industry monthly and quarterly to provide context for company results
• Market Research: Research and analyze market trends, economic indicators, and industry-specific data to identify opportunities and risks that may affect financial performance.
• Data Collection: Gather and compile data from various sources, including financial reports, databases, industry publications, and government reports.
• Peer Comparisons: Manage company attendance on public earnings calls, perform peer comparisons on key financial data quarterly, distribute peer materials, maintain library of supplemental data, become expert on comparability of operating metrics between HPA and its peers
• Financial Analysis: Tie industrywide data to company financials, analyze company results and operating metrics against broader industry and peer landscape.
• Financial Modeling: Create financial models and forecasts to project future financial performance, assess risk, and make informed investment decisions.
• Company Valuation: Evaluate the value of companies, assets, or investments using various valuation methods, such as discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, comparable company analysis (comps), and other relevant techniques.
• Possible generation or commission of primary research internally or externally.
• Investment Recommendations: May support capital markets team to prepare and present reports with investment recommendations, buy/sell decisions, and investment strategies to support decision-making
• Client Communication: Interact with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders to communicate research findings, answer questions, and provide insights on financial matters.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends, financial products, and research methodologies to enhance analytical skills and maintain a competitive edge.

*Applicants holding a real estate license will need to have their license assigned to one of the company’s brokerages after 30 days of employment.

What we look for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field (a master's degree may be preferred for more senior roles).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
• Knowledge of financial markets, investment strategies, and economic principles.
• Industry experience in SFR or multi-family
• Background in investor relations, market research or Wall Street research
• Industry connection a plus
• Proficiency in using financial software and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Bloomberg, Reuters).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ethical and compliance-focused approach to financial research.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the qualifications!

A Little More About Us

At Home Partners, we celebrate diversity, foster collaboration, ignite creativity, and value the significance of our work. We seek exceptional individuals who take pride in making a positive impact and share our passion to be a good neighbor, go the extra mile and do the right thing. For more information, please visit www.homepartners.com.

Perks/Benefits

We offer premier healthcare at affordable rates and access to 401K. Here are some amazing benefits you may not find anywhere else!

• Mental wellness resources through Headspace & Ginger, pet insurance, adoption assistance program, compassion leave and eldercare/special needs
• 33 paid days off to start (which includes PTO, holidays, and personal days)
• Hybrid working environment

EEOC Statement

Home Partners of America and Pathlight Property Management are Equal Opportunity Employers and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions including the decision to hire, promote, discipline or discharge are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations in which we operate.