Analyst, Real Estate
THE ROLE | HR&A’s is seeking a full-time Analyst, Real Estate based in our offices in Los Angeles. Our analytical staff form the foundation of our team-oriented and collaborative structure and help to drive our data-driven approach to city building.
Analysts are early career professionals with 2-4 years of professional experience and draft the substance of our client work products. Depending on the project, Analysts may expect their work to include:
Real estate and housing market analysis and research
Preparation of real estate pro formas for both market rate and affordable development
Demographic data analysis
Statistical analysis and econometrics
Infrastructure funding and financing strategies
Fiscal and economic impact modeling
Case study research
Public policy and regulation review and analysis
GIS mapping
Analysts also help prepare written reports, presentations in PowerPoint, and Excel models for clients, as well as firm marketing materials and proposals for new projects.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | We are looking for candidates with strong quantitative and qualitative skills, a passion for urban development, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today. Ideal Analysts will bring a demonstrated capacity for active project team participation, leadership, critical thinking, creativity, and other capabilities aligned with the roles and responsibilities described above, including:
2-4 years of experience in real estate finance, urban planning or development, economics, public administration, or a similar field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and common AI tools (i.e. LLMs like ChatGPT)
Understanding of best practices for responsible use, citation and incorporation of AI outputs into research and other tasks, and demonstrated ability to independently verify data and AI outputs
Ability to work on multiple assignments at once
Candidates should be highly motivated independent thinkers who are detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and sufficiently poised for client interaction.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, Statistics, 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 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 $83,200 - $98,571, 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.