Research Analyst

About Savills

Savills is an organization full of extraordinary individuals. Brilliant people who are driven to succeed, hungry to remain at the forefront of their specialties, and eager to propel themselves, our clients, and our business forward. We are one of the preeminent commercial real estate firms with services ranging from tenant representation and project management to workplace strategy and occupant experience - showcasing the breadth and depth of our expertise.

Find your place to thrive

No matter the role you’re in, we all share one purpose: to help people thrive through places and spaces. The DNA ingrained in our business guides us on this mission, shaping the way we behave to deliver the best results. When you join Savills, our ask for you is simple:

Be extraordinary, together.

About the role

Based in our Savills Boston Studio in Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, the company is seeking a Research Analyst to join our commercial real estate firm. Joining as a Research Analyst provides an opportunity for individuals to work in a research and data services role and gain industry experience and knowledge for a long-term career within the organization’s collaborative platform. This immersive position, working under the guidance of the Senior Vice President, Head of Americas Research, blends market analytics, client strategy, and transaction exposure to develop the next generation of real estate leaders. Designed as a launch point into the broader real estate industry at Savills, the candidate will play an active role in market intelligence, data strategy, and client-facing deliverables while collaborating across research, brokerage, and strategy teams. If you feel you possess the ambition, entrepreneurial spirit and drive to excel in the world of top-tiered business then we encourage you to apply.

Specific responsibilities to include:

• Learn, track, and analyze factors including economic data 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
• Lead the reporting process for quarterly office and industrial market statistics and reports, and assist with national research initiatives
• Respond to all requests for data and information in a timely and accurate manner
• Partner with Savills advisors, strategists, and other stakeholders on business development, bespoke client research, and pursuit strategy to transform data into actionable strategies and insights
• Actively engage in training activities, networking and internal collaboration with nationally dispersed peer group of Researchers
• Serve as a trusted analytical partner for client-facing teams to prepare pitch and marketing materials on emerging industries and key verticals
• Develop innovative strategies to track and analyze global and domestic investment, as well as federal and state economic incentive programs
• Demonstrated interest and comfort using emerging AI platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, automation, and visualization tools) to enhance analytical efficiency and creativity
• This role is fully in-office in our Boston Studio, giving you the chance to collaborate closely with teammates, immerse yourself in our culture, and learn in real time

Qualifications

• BA or BS Degree in economics, business, data science, real estate or related field
• Accomplished with Microsoft Office Suite, internet research, and various other types of analytical and presentation software; Salesforce experience a plus
• Strong analytical, storytelling, and visualization skills with ability to translate data into insightful strategy
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities with comfort addressing stakeholders, thought partners, and clients
• Demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and ability to balance multiple high-priority projects
• Self-starter with a proactive and curious mindset – driven to identify patterns, trends, and actionable intelligence
• 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.

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