Data Analyst, Economic Research

Job Title: Data Analyst, Economic Research

Location: California / Arizona / Remote | Full-time

About Zonda:

Zonda is redefining the future of housing. We are perfectly placed in the heart of the fast-growing real estate industry. We are making big bets on the future of real estate, trailblazing a 2030 vision for the industry. Here at Zonda, you’ll be able to use your passion and curiosity to drive the next generation of real estate analysts, advisors, technologists, and marketers. Zonda looks for people who can grow, think, dream, and create. When you join our team, you’ll be in a unique position to make a change with every project. You’ll use your full range of skills to build great relationships and experiences and learn about the real estate industry, economics, marketing, and data. You’ll be supported with the necessary tools, and you'll be working with an awesome and like-minded team. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative - all working to build the future of housing.

Zonda exists to inform, advise, and connect the next generation of housing industry experts, leveraging the information, insights, and people that move the industry forward.  Our proprietary research focuses on the most active new home markets in the country.  In 2018 Zonda merged with Hanley Wood creating the residential home-building industry’s most comprehensive source of data and insights.  We are a national platform with a geographic coverage that spans coast to coast.  Recent acquisitions in the US, UK, and Canada continue to propel Zonda’s technology forward creating an industry standard of excellence across North America.  Zonda will continue its position as the undisputed leading provider of data to the residential home-building industry and reshape the way new homes are built and sold.  

Position Summary:

The Data Analyst, Economic Research will contribute to the Zonda Economics team’s data collection and analysis efforts, including the development and maintenance of research and data processes focused on the homebuilding industry. The ideal candidate is a strong analytical thinker with data and coding skills, particularly in Python and R.  The candidate will also possess written communication skills and a passion for data-driven storytelling.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain monthly research processes and reports, including housing and economic data collection and distribution as well as administrative tasks.
• Maintain, and later build, economic models and process automation models using Python.
• Collect, organize, and analyze large datasets using advanced Excel skills.
• Maintain regular updates for housing and economic market reports, for metro areas and regions throughout the country.
• With guidance, transform complex data into clear and actionable insights through data visualization and storytelling techniques.
• Improve upon existing processes by building deeper research techniques and integrating automation and efficiencies.
• With direction, write comprehensive and engaging housing market research reports, including executive summaries, data analysis, and actionable recommendations.
• Conduct in-depth research on various aspects of the homebuilding industry, including regional differences, market trends, and economic indicators.
• Share research findings with internal and external stakeholders clearly and concisely.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, statistics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and Python. Experience with other data analysis tools is a plus (e.g., SQL, R).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Works well with deadlines and competing priorities.
  • Experience and/or interest in the housing or real estate industry is helpful.

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.