Analyst, Housing

HR&A Advisors; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Retirement contributions

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Job summary

HR&A Advisors in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Housing Practice Analyst to join a collaborative, data-driven team. Analysts perform rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses, develop initial insights, and deliverables using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, coordinating with project managers and partners.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in urban planning, housing policy, or related fields; familiarity with real estate markets and housing programs; strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in urban planning, housing policy, public administration, real estate finance, economic consulting, or a similar field
• Knowledge of California housing programs, regulations, and policies preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Ability to work on multiple assignments at once
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, or Public Policy
• Master’s degree in Real Estate Development (MRED), Business Administration (MBA), Urban Planning, Economics, or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Execute rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis and develop the first draft of insights
• Deliverables using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Coordinate with project managers and partners to help teams operate effectively

Skills

Housing economics

Housing policy analysis

Residential market analysis

Residential development modeling

Demographic data analysis

Case study research

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, or Public Policy

Master’s degree in Real Estate Development (MRED), MBA, Urban Planning, Economics, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

ABOUT US

AtHR&A,we are problem solvers for cities.Weguide decision-makers, including mayors and agency heads, real estate owners and developers, and non-profit leaders, to create impact when the stakes arehighand the path forwardisn’tclear.We believe in creating vital places, building moreequitableand resilient communities, andimproving people’s lives, from Los Angeles to Brooklyn.

We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are formerpublicofficials, executive directors, planners,social scientists,lawyers, architects, and economists.

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles,the Bay Area,New York, Raleigh, andWashingtonD.C.

THE PRACTICE

The Housing Affordability Practice works at the state and community level to create and preserve homes that meet the needs of the community.We develop housing plans and strategies that address local housing needs and priorities. We design and implement solutions, from inclusionary zoning policies to affordable housing investment funds. And we underwrite and close housing transactions on behalf of mission-driven clients. This range of work, from planning to deal making, makes us better at designing policies and tools that work in practice. We enjoy understanding and working with the complexities of the housing market to advance the public good,in partnership with our clients.

Plans:We create housing plans and strategies based on local needs and priorities. Most recently,we’vecreateda housingplanthat tackles affordability and climate resilienceforHoustonand Harris Countyand aregionalstrategy thatresponds to displacement challenges in Atlanta.

Policies:We design and implement solutions, from inclusionary zoning policies toanti-displacement programs.We havestudied the feasibility of office to residential conversions in Boston,social housingdevelopment in California, and rent control in New York.

Transactions:We helped craft Amazon's Housing Fund, a$3.6 billioncommitment to preserve existing housing and create inclusive developments through below-market loans andgrants, andcontinue to serve as one of its underwriting partners. We also launched the$150 million Central New York Housing Fund, supporting over 2,500 new homes in the Syracuse region.

Digital Tools:TheHousingAffordabilityPractice developedHousingWeaver a housing market analyticsplatformdesigned to help you understand your housing market,develop policies and programs to address thehousingneeds of yourcommunityand track the impact of those policies and programs over time.We have used it to set housing production goals for the State of Maine, evaluate the suitability of public land for affordable housing in the Puget Sound Region, and estimate the impact of changes in land useregulationsMontgomery County, MD.

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff.

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here.

THE ROLE

HR&A is seeking a full-time Analystto be basedin ourLos Angeles office. Our analytical staff form the foundation of our team-oriented and collaborative structure and help to drive our data-driven approach to city building.

Analystsare early career professionals with2-4 years of professionalexperience. At HR&A, analystsexecute rigorousquantitative and qualitativeanalysis,develop thefirst draft of insights and deliverablesusingWord,PowerPoint,and Excel, andhelp teamsoperateeffectivelyby coordinating with project managers and partners.

Coreskill sets of Housing Practice Analystsinclude:

• Familiarity withreal estate andhousingmarket economics

• Housing policyand programanalysis

• Residential market analysis

• Residential development modeling

• Demographic and economic data analysis

• Case study research

• Community engagement

Desirableskill sets of Housing Practice Analystsinclude:

• Preparation of real estate pro formas for market rateoraffordable housingfeasibility

• Ability to conductdetailedresearch ofhousing policies and programs

• Ability to synthesize analysis into succinct takeaways and actionable recommendations

• Conducting due diligence and underwriting for loans and investments in housing

• Portfolio-level analysis of housing productsand investments

• Ability to proactively coordinate with colleagues and guide alignment on project expectations

• Data analytics using Python,Ror other programs

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

We are looking for candidates with strong quantitative and qualitative skills, a passion for urban development andhousingand community developmentpolicy, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today.Candidates should be highlymotivatedindependent thinkers who are detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and sufficiently poised for client interaction.Ideal Analysts will bring a demonstrated capacity foractive project team participation,leadership, critical thinking,creativityand other capabilities aligned with the roles and responsibilities described above, including:

• 2-4 yearsofexperiencein urbanplanning ordevelopment,housing policy,public administration, real estate finance, economic consulting, or a similar field

• Knowledge of California housingprograms,regulations,and policiespreferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiencywith PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

• Ability towork onmultiple assignments at once

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, or Public Policy

• Master’s degree in Real Estate Development(MRED), Business Administration (MBA), Urban Planning, Economics, or a related field is preferred

HYBRID WORK POLICY

HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least three days aweekwhich allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives whilemaintaininga strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION

The base salary range for this position is$83, 200 - $98,571, depending on experience,plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. We offeracompetitive compensationpackage,based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity tobenefitfrom the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year. The firm contributesfunds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to otheremployerretirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage. Paid time off allowances forillness, vacations, scheduled holidays, and family needs are also included.

• An employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Each year, the firm contributes funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other employer retirement accounts.
• We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.
• Paid time off allowances for illness, vacations, scheduled holidays, and family needs are also included.

All qualified candidates will receive careful consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at [e-mail].