Property Research Analyst at Cushman & Wakefield in Remote

Summary: Cushman & Wakefield is a leading real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Property Research Analyst to support the appraisal process. The role involves conducting in-depth property research, gathering market data, and preparing appraisal reports while collaborating closely with appraisers. Responsibilities: - Conduct thorough research on properties using various data sources such as public records, MLS databases, tax assessor websites, and other relevant resources. Investigate property characteristics, zoning information, sales history, market trends, and other factors that influence property value - Gather and organize data on comparable properties, market conditions, and other variables that impact valuations. Summarize findings in a clear, concise manner for use by appraisers - Assist in the preparation of appraisal reports by entering researched data into appraisal software, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Support appraisers in formatting and structuring reports according to company standards and preparing current market reports as needed - Keep up to date with local real estate market trends and regulatory changes that may affect property values. Analyze market shifts and report findings to senior appraisers - Work closely with appraisers to ensure all required property data is collected, documented, and available for review. Provide any additional research or data analysis needed during the appraisal process - Maintain and organize property files, research notes, and databases in a systematic and efficient manner, ensuring quick access to information as needed - Review collected data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness. Address any discrepancies or missing information before submitting it to the appraiser - In some cases, interact with clients, property owners, or other stakeholders to gather additional property-specific details or clarification Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree; Industry related field preferred - A minimum of 1+ year of experience in real estate research and/or market analysis required - Experience in data entry/data management and time series analysis/forecasting - Strong data software applications skills - Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel) - Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet goals and objectives - Effective listening and critical thinking skills Preferred Qualifications: - Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in related field preferred Required Skills: Property Research, Data Collection & Analysis Important Skills: Data Entry, Market Trend Analysis, MS Office Suite Nice-to-Have Skills: Research Skills, Communication Proficiency Benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance, Flexible spending accounts, Health savings accounts, Retirement savings plans, Life, and disability insurance programs, Paid and unpaid time away from work