Remote Real Estate Market Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Remote; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24's client, a leading real estate advisory firm, is seeking a remote Real Estate Market Analyst with strong quantitative skills to conduct market research, analyze trends, and prepare insightful reports for clients.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, forecasting across property sectors, and delivering high-quality analyses in a fully remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field such as Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or Statistics.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in real estate market analysis, research or related analytical roles.
• Proven data analysis, statistical modeling and report generation experience.
• Strong understanding of real estate market principles and trends.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, advanced functions), SQL, and data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI).
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experience with real estate market data providers (e.g., Lightstone, Rode) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on local, regional, and national real estate markets.
• Analyze market data: supply/demand, pricing trends, absorption rates, demographics.
• Develop reports and presentations on market conditions, investment opportunities and risks.
• Create and maintain databases of real estate market information.
• Monitor economic indicators and policies impacting the market.
• Use statistical tools to interpret data and generate insights.
• Collaborate with teams and clients to provide market intelligence.
• Identify trends and provide forecasts for future market performance.
• Prepare ad-hoc market analyses as required by management or clients.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all data and analyses.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data-driven

Remote work discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading real estate advisory firm, is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven Remote Real Estate Market Analyst to join their team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from any location. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting in-depth market research, analyzing real estate trends, and generating insightful reports to support strategic decision-making for clients. You will play a critical role in understanding market dynamics, identifying investment opportunities, and forecasting future trends across various property sectors. The ideal candidate is a meticulous researcher with strong quantitative skills and a passion for the real estate industry, capable of delivering high-quality analysis in a remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research on local, regional, and national real estate markets.
• Analyze market data, including supply and demand dynamics, pricing trends, absorption rates, and demographic shifts.
• Develop detailed reports and presentations on market conditions, investment opportunities, and risks for various property types.
• Create and maintain databases of real estate market information.
• Monitor economic indicators and government policies that may impact the real estate market.
• Utilize statistical software and analytical tools to interpret data and generate insights.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to provide market intelligence and strategic advice.
• Identify emerging trends and provide forecasts for future market performance.
• Prepare ad-hoc market analyses and reports as required by management or clients.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all data and analyses presented.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in real estate market analysis, research, or a related analytical role.
• Proven experience in data analysis, statistical modeling, and report generation.
• Strong understanding of real estate market principles and trends.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables), SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Experience with real estate market data providers (e.g., Lightstone, Rode) is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Our client provides a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to work with a diverse client base on impactful projects.
• Continuous professional development and training in market analysis tools and techniques are encouraged.
• You will be part of an innovative and collaborative team, contributing to cutting-edge real estate research and advisory services.
• Access to sophisticated data analytics platforms and resources will support your analytical endeavors.
• Work from anywhere in South Africa and contribute to shaping real estate strategies.