Research Analyst

About This Role

A national commercial real estate firm is seeking an ambitious, analytical Research Analyst to join its Atlanta team. The analyst will collect, maintain, and analyze commercial real estate and economic data, then help translate that information into useful insights and materials for brokers, clients, and colleagues. This position reports to the Research Director and works closely with the research and marketing teams.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with brokers and colleagues to gather timely market intelligence, including leasing activity, tenant requirements, deals in progress, development plans, and other market information
• Maintain availability, tenant, comparable, development, and pipeline databases, and identify gaps or inconsistencies that need follow-up
• Conduct property and company research using CoStar, Land Vision, Business Wise, and other industry resources to verify ownership, tenants, tax information, zoning, and related details
• Help prepare quarterly market reports, summaries, presentations, and other research materials
• Analyze collected market data alongside information from external databases and other sources to identify trends and support reports, presentations, and broker or client requests
• Collaborate with research and marketing colleagues to prepare materials for brokers and clients
• Respond to research requests and provide timely, service-oriented support to brokers and other staff
• Take on additional research projects as needed

Requirements

• Natural curiosity, personal accountability, and the ability to see work through to completion
• Strong customer service mindset and focus
• High attention to detail, sound organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Nice to have:

• Commercial real estate knowledge

Benefits

• A collaborative, innovative work environment where your ideas will be valued
• Growth opportunities with mentorship and ongoing training to advance your career
• The chance to play a key role in shaping the future of our data and automation strategy
• Benefits package

About the Company

Lee & Associates is the largest broker-owned commercial real estate firm in North America and one of the fastest-growing. The firm delivers world-class service to an array of regional, national, and international clients, from small businesses and local investors to major corporate users and institutional investors.