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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Real Estate Research Analyst – Edmonton Industrial & Office – JLL
What this job involves:
The Real Estate Research Analyst will join the JLL Research team in Edmonton to build and continue to elevate a best-in-class research program that differentiates JLL. You will have primary responsibility for collecting and analyzing data, maintaining and constantly elevating the quality of our data, and working with the Research team as well as the Edmonton industrial and office Brokerage teams to present data in a compelling way. The Research Analyst will assist in tracking and analyzing all aspects of the local real estate market, including economic drivers and demographics, and will leverage that knowledge proactively for research products, client deliverables and business development efforts. Successful candidates are passionate about what drives their city, economy, and commercial real estate more broadly. They will also have the opportunity to grow within JLL to become established thought leaders within the commercial real estate industry.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Collect and audit real estate and economic data, including data on properties, leases, tenants, availabilities, developments, sales and owners
Follow established processes to ensure data excellence within our database, and regularly audit and refine datasets
Analyze market data to identify trends and understand economic and real estate market drivers
Present market insights and conditions as needed to internal research and brokerage teams as well as clients
Create compelling visualizations and provide meaningful insights on local market data, trends and drivers
Develop GIS-based presentation tools to facilitate visual interaction with our data for internal teams and external stakeholders
Develop strong relationships with internal industrial and office teams as well as external clients
Demonstrate JLL's proprietary technology tools and research capabilities to internal teams and clients
Develop and share best practice standards
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience and interest in Geography / Human Geography / Urban Planning & Development / Environment & Sustainability
Strong organizational, data collection, validation and auditing skills
Analytical skills, problem-solving ability and written and oral communication skills
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint
Ability to execute and professionally meet client expectations and positively represent the firm
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to summarize large amounts of data and write compelling market reports
Familiarity with visualization tools such as GIS, Tableau or similar platforms
Ability to multi-task, succeed under pressure and effectively manage time and workload
Motivated and self-starting with a desire to succeed and contribute to the success of a team
A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment
Passion for economic and real estate market drivers and/or urban planning and development
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
