Colliers · 2 weeks ago
Director, National Capital Markets Research
Colliers is a leader in the commercial real estate industry, seeking a Director of National Capital Markets Research to lead the development and delivery of research insights for its capital markets platform. The role involves setting the strategic research agenda, overseeing analysis of market trends, and collaborating with regional teams to enhance client engagement and support business development efforts.
Commercial Real EstateProperty ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Define and execute the national research strategy for U.S. Capital Markets, aligning with business priorities and client needs
Serve as the primary research advisor to capital markets leadership, delivering real-time perspectives on investment trends, capital flows, market risks, and sector performance
Write and manage end-to-end development of national reports, market outlooks, dashboards, and investor-focused insights—from drafting to editing, design, and distribution
Collaborate with regional research leaders to ensure consistency, data integrity, and cohesive storytelling across geographies and asset classes
Partner with marketing to create high impact thought leadership campaigns that elevate the firm’s brand and competitive positioning
Represent the firm as a subject-matter expert at industry events, client briefings, media interviews, and executive presentations
Deliver custom analyses and investor intelligence to strengthen pitches, RFP responses, and client strategies
Compile and update essential market data, including sales statistics, market share, cap rates, rents, vacancies, and CMBS delinquencies, into a comprehensive presentation deck on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Review and edit national and specialty research reports to ensure accuracy and quality
Evaluate and recommend third-party data products and platforms to enhance research capabilities
Participate in asset class capital markets calls, sharing market intelligence and trends
Prepare talking points and support leadership for media appearances and interviews
Conduct ad hoc analysis using PowerBI and other tools to support deal and investor activity
Advance research capabilities through innovative data sources, forecasting models, and analytical methodologies
Maintain strong relationships with third-party data providers, economists, and industry partners
Build tools and frameworks that help professionals communicate market shifts with clarity and precision
Develop relationships with business publications and trade organizations to position the firm as a leading authority on capital markets trends
Ability to travel on a limited basis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
15 years' experience in commercial real estate, with at least 8 years in a research leadership role
Expertise in U.S. commercial real estate, capital flows, investment cycles, and economic indicators
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including comfort with forecasting and scenario modeling
Exceptional writing, presentation, and storytelling skills; ability to translate complex data into clear insights for executives and clients
Proficiency with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI), Excel/Sheets, and real estate analytics platforms
Strong organizational skills, ability to manage shifting priorities, and deliver under tight deadlines
Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and motivate teams
Preferred
Master's in economics, finance, real estate or related field preferred
Benefits
Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term / long-term disability.
Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes an employer match.
Employees will also receive 10 days of sick leave and a minimum of 15-days vacation annually.
Certain senior-level roles are eligible for unlimited time off.
Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year.
Twelve weeks (for birth parents) and 4 weeks (for non-birth parents, including adoptive/foster parents) for paid parental leave will also be available for use after successful completion of 90 days of employment.
Company
Colliers
Colliers International operates as a global real estate specialist and investment management company.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$300M2024-02-22Post Ipo Equity· $300M
1995-01-20IPO
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