Research Analyst

Cushman & Wakefield; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Lisbon is seeking a Research Analyst to support high-quality market intelligence for the Portuguese real estate market. You will turn data into clear, actionable insights and contribute to client work, proposals, and thought leadership.

The role offers exposure to stakeholders across Research and other business lines, requiring strong analytical capability, initiative, and excellent written and verbal communication in English and Portuguese.

Qualifications

• Experience in research and market analysis across real estate sectors.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with data interpretation.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; data visualization skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret trends in the Portuguese real estate market across sectors.
• Produce market reports, presentations, and tailored research materials.
• Support brokers and business leaders with data, analysis, and insights for pitches.
• Maintain market trackers and research tools for accuracy.
• Contribute to publications and client-facing materials.
• Identify key market themes, risks, and opportunities and translate into actionable messages.
• Collaborate with Research and other lines to deliver timely outputs.
• Ensure deliverables are commercially relevant and well-structured.

Skills

Market analysis

Research

Excel

PowerPoint

English

Portuguese

Data visualization tools

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title

Research Analyst

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Research Analyst to join our Portugal team in Lisbon, supporting the delivery of high-quality market intelligence and commercially relevant insights across the Portuguese real estate market.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated professional to join a collaborative team at the intersection of data, market expertise, and business impact. The role offers exposure to a wide range of stakeholders and projects, combining analytical rigor with the opportunity to contribute to client work, business development, and thought leadership.

The successful candidate will bring strong analytical capability, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach, with the ability to turn data into clear, compelling, and actionable insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret trends in the Portuguese real estate market across relevant sectors


• Produce market reports, presentations, and tailored research materials for internal and external audiences


• Support brokers, consultants, and business leaders with data, analysis, and insights for pitches, proposals, and client meetings


• Maintain and update market trackers and research tools to ensure accuracy and consistency


• Contribute to the preparation of regular publications and ad hoc client-facing materials


• Help identify key market themes, risks, and opportunities, translating them into actionable messages for the business


• Collaborate with colleagues across Research and other business lines to deliver timely and high-quality outputs


• Ensure research deliverables are commercially relevant, well-structured, and aligned with business priorities

Key Requirements

• Experience in research, market analysis, consulting, real estate, economics, or a related field


• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to work confidently with data


• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear and concise insights


• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Portuguese


• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy


• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines


• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data visualization or AI-enabled tools would be an advantage


• Collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented approach

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a team that helps shape a market perspective, support strategic decisions, and create value for both internal stakeholders and clients. It is well suited to someone who is eager to grow in a dynamic environment and contribute to a function with strong visibility and business relevance.

Cushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor’s attention once they have made contact.

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