Analyst

Analyst

RCLCO, a national leader in providing strategic consulting to the real estate industry, seeks qualified Analysts to join our growing team! We are looking for creative and curious minds with a passion for real estate and the built environment who want to help clients make strategic decisions that shape cities and communities across North America.

After completing our comprehensive training program, Analysts join our consulting team to gain unmatched experience in real estate analytics, management consulting and exposure to the real estate industry. They work directly with project managers and senior firm leadership to deliver RCLCO's market research, financial and statistical analyses, and professional reports and client presentations. Our professionals are widely respected for their ability to assess economic and business conditions and market trends, and to translate these trends into actionable guidance for leading real estate companies and public/non-profit groups active in the planning and development of our cities. Analysts work on projects with both our real estate economics and management consulting teams.

The ideal candidate will be a quick learner who is highly adaptable, has an interest in real estate and land use, some prior experience with research and data gathering processes, and comfort with Microsoft Excel. Team members who demonstrate success in the Analyst role will have immediate opportunities for advancement within the firm and to take on additional levels of responsibility with our consulting assignments.

Our team enjoys continued variety in project work, strong training and professional development support, a close knit culture built on intellectual curiosity and collaboration, and a robust benefits package, which includes: 100% paid employee healthcare, parking/commuting benefits, cell phone stipends, professional development, parental leave, a hybrid-work policy, hosted in-office lunches and events, and more.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct primary and secondary economic, demographic, and real estate research, including interviews with those active in the local market and site visits;
• Organize data, analyze trends, and construct financial and statistical models by employing existing RCLCO methodologies;
• Supporting consultant teams completing management consulting assignments;
• Work with project teams to prepare reports and presentations to communicate key findings and recommendations to clients;
• Participate in client meetings and presentations;
• Support internal firm initiatives as needed.

Minimum qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree with a mix of quantitative and qualitative coursework in disciplines such as urban studies or planning, economics, finance, real estate, architecture, human geography, public policy, or political science;
• Some work experience, which could include internships and work-study programs;
• Strong academic record;
• Passion for research, analysis, and problem-solving; attention to detail and accuracy;
• Comfort with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and in conducting internet research;
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills;
• Professional attitude; a self-starter, a good time manager and a dependable "team player."
• Interest in learning additional quantitative analytical methods and software programs, such as advanced Excel functions, GIS, R, or Tableau.

Please be sure to indicate your preferred office location in your application.

RCLCO is recognized as the leading independent knowledge solutions provider to the real estate industry. Founded in 1967, RCLCO is a pioneer in bridging market and financial feasibility, consumer research, and industry intelligence. Our professionals are widely respected for their ability to assess economic and market directions, and to translate trends into project concepts and financial guidance.

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