Research Associate, Advisory

Research Associate, Advisory| Advisory Team

Location: National/Remote | Full-time

About Zonda:

Zonda is a leading provider of housing market data, analysis, and consulting services to the real estate industry. We are focused on making big bets on the future of real estate and trailblazing a 2030 vision for the industry. With access to our national platform of proprietary research and home building data, our data-driven insights help our clients make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative - all working to build the future of housing. We love people that bring ideas to the table, and Zonda is a place where everybody has a voice.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Research Associate, Advisory to join our Advisory team and support our mission to inform, advise, and connect the next generation of housing industry experts, leveraging the information, insights, and people that move the industry forward. The ideal candidate is an intuitive problem solver with a strong interest in consulting, real estate, land use, and research. Candidates with an interest in learning quantitative analytical methods and software programs (Excel VBA, GIS, or R) are a plus. Success in this role will have opportunities for advancement in the firm and larger roles on consulting assignments. Zonda is place where you will have access to our robust data platforms, media, events and marketing resources to support your professional development in the Real Estate industry. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct primary and secondary research on residential real estate industry and demographic trends, market conditions, interviews, and site visits;

• Aggregate, analyze, and develop recommendations based on market data;

• Create supporting exhibit packages for consulting assignments;

• Support the project team in preparing reports and presentations to synthesize conclusions and recommendations;

• Participate in client meetings and presentations;

• Provide support for internal initiatives and ad-hoc projects as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, economics, urban studies, political science or related fields demonstrating qualitative and quantitative reasoning;

• Some work or internship experience in consulting, market research or real estate is preferred;

• Strong academic record;

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;

• Organized, reliable, trustworthy, team-player;

• Works well in high-pressure situations;

• Occasional travel for field work.

Why People Love Working Here:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability coverage

• 401k with company match

• Paid vacation and general holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Live Meditation Sessions

• Employee Recognition Platform

• Virtual Wellness Program

• Visionary Leadership Team

• 100% remote and always will be!

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity Employment:

Zonda (formerly Hanley Wood | Meyers Research) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. Here at Zonda, we are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.

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