Research Analyst, Real Estate at HR&A Advisors, Inc.

Wayne State University; Atlanta (TX); Hybrid; USD 71,800 - 79,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary including bonuses

Job summary

Wayne State University is seeking a Research Analyst for their Atlanta office, specializing in urban development. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates with 0-2 years of experience. Key responsibilities include conducting financial analysis, statistical research, and drafting client deliverables. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. The position offers competitive compensation, hybrid work opportunities, and benefits such as healthcare and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of full-time experience in urban planning, real-estate finance, economics, or similar field.
• Experience preparing reports and presentations.
• Demonstrated interest in using emerging AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative analysis in Excel for real-estate financial assessments.
• Perform statistical analysis and econometrics.
• Draft proposals and client deliverables including reports and presentations.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Statistical analysis

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proficiency in AI tools

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

ABOUT YOU

You have a passion for urban development and policy, strong quantitative and qualitative skills, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today. You are excited to dive into projects that help our clients solve the difficult challenges cities face today, and to build upon your skillset and interest in real estate and economic development.

THE ROLE

HR&A is seeking to hire a Research Analyst, Real Estate, to work out of our Atlanta, New York, Texas, Washington DC or Los Angeles offices. The Research Analyst role is an entry‑level position for professionals with 0‑2 years of professional experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quantitative analysis in Excel, including real‑estate‑focused financial analysis
• Statistical analysis and econometrics
• Case study research
• Demographic and economic data analysis
• Public policy analysis
• Drafting proposals for new projects
• Crafting client deliverables in the form of written reports, memos, and PowerPoint presentations

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 0‑2 years of full‑time experience in urban planning or development, real‑estate finance, economics, statistics, public administration, or a similar field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing written reports, presentations as well as agendas and meeting notes
• Proficiency in common AI tools (i.e., LLMs like ChatGPT) and understanding of best practices for responsible use, citation and incorporation into research and other tasks
• Understanding of limitations of AI tools and demonstrated ability to independently verify data and AI outputs
• Demonstrated interest in using emerging AI tools to accelerate data analysis, deliverable production and other specialized methodologies
• Ability to learn quickly
• Open to giving and receiving feedback
• Ability to successfully multi‑task and manage multiple assignments at once
• Superb attention to detail, delivering accurate and error-free work
• Capacity for independent thinking
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, Statistics, or Public Policy 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 a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.

COMPENSATION

The base salary range for this position is $71,800 - $79,825, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year‑end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience. We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are 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 will contribute funds to this long‑term wealth‑building account and may make contributions to other 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.

All qualified candidates will receive 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.