Research Analyst

CBRE; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial real estate firm in Ottawa is seeking a Research Analyst to support the Advisory Services team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with a Bachelor's degree and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include maintaining property databases, preparing research reports, and coordinating broker requests. This fully in-person position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in a related field is required.
• High attention to detail is essential for all tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate broker requests and create market surveys.
• Maintain CBRE's internal database with accurate property data.
• Prepare and produce research reports and materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Written and verbal communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in real estate, economics, finance, geography, urban planning or business

Job description

Location

Ottawa - Ontario - Canada

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential. At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

About the Role

CBRE is seeking a detail-oriented Research Analyst to join our Ottawa branch, supporting our Advisory Services team. This is a fully in-person role based at 340 Albert Street, ideal for someone located in Ottawa who thrives in a collaborative office environment. As a Research Analyst, you’ll play a key role in gathering and analyzing core commercial real estate data. Your insights will help shape the research materials that inform strategic decisions across our business. From market trends to property data, your work will directly support our brokers and clients with timely, accurate, and actionable intelligence. If you're passionate about data, real estate, and making an impact through research, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and complete ad hoc broker requests, such as creating market surveys or gathering lease comparables
• Maintain and update CBRE's internal leasing/sales database by collecting and inputting data on newly available properties, transactions, tenants, tenants in the market, and new developments
• Perform regular maintenance and updates to property databases, ensuring that the data quality is in accordance with corporate standards
• Maintain accurate property and availability information relating to all properties managed by CBRE entities
• Assist in the preparation and production of standard research materials and reports, such as ad-hoc and quarterly reports
• Establish and maintain key contacts in the real estate industry, including with owners, landlords, external brokers and researchers, and clients
• Create and analyze market statistics and corresponding materials, including the production of client presentations and reports
• Oversee and support any other major deliverables, projects, or key team initiatives
• Other duties may be assigned

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university, preferably in real estate, economics, finance, geography, urban planning or business, with relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered
• High level of attention to detail, maintaining it consistently in all aspects of the role
• Ability to maintain focus and effectiveness in challenging environments requiring persistence and professionalism
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Resourceful and proactive self-motivated individual
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
• Demonstrates good judgment in applying company policies and is dependable to deliver high-quality work when handed time-sensitive tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and effectively present information
• Possess a positive work attitude and ability to work in a team environment

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.).

Service line

Advisory Segment