Keller Augusta · 5 hours ago
Director of Research
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expKeller Augusta is a diversified real estate investment private equity firm based in Boston. They are seeking a highly skilled Director of Research to lead research initiatives that differentiate investment strategies and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace, while mentoring a Research Associate and analyzing commercial real estate market dynamics.
CommercialConsultingReal EstateRecruiting
Responsibilities
Drive the "House View": Partner with the Head of Research to synthesize complex economic and property-level data into a cohesive U.S. investment strategy and "house view" for target markets
Original Thought Leadership: Author high-impact white papers and self-directed research initiatives that challenge or validate investment strategies, positioning the firm as a market leader for institutional clients
Advanced Forecasting: Oversee the development of sophisticated metro-level fundamental forecasts, integrating them into the company-wide underwriting process to improve risk-adjusted returns in major U.S. markets
Internal Strategist: Serve as a research advisor to the Portfolio Management, Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Valuation teams providing the top-down foundation for capital allocation decisions
Market Analysis to support Investment Process: Work with the Acquisitions teams in the preparation of comprehensive market overviews and analysis for transactions, ensuring all acquisitions are backed by rigorous data-driven research insights
Growth Initiatives: Drive research for new investment strategies, locations and alternative asset classes, identifying emerging trends and niche opportunities to fuel organizational growth
Portfolio Risk Assessment: Proactively monitor global and national capital market trends to identify potential headwinds, providing timely risk assessments for asset management and portfolio teams
Lead Quarterly Reporting: Standardize and lead the firm’s quarterly data lifecycle—from collection and analysis of real estate, economic, demographic and financial data to the distribution of market fundamental reports
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a central research hub for Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Investor Relations, delivering thoughtful, ad-hoc analysis to support client requests and internal mandates
Champion New Data Tools & Resources: Pioneer innovative approaches to micro-market analysis, to better understand asset performance
Platform Development: Serve as a key resource to the firm’s digital data team, guiding the development and enhancement of research tools, analytical capabilities, and platform features
Proprietary Tools: Partner with product design team to create intuitive and easily accessible market research and performance dashboards
Data Insights: Link external research data and trends with firm’s asset performance data for unique insights
Team Development: Spearhead training initiatives for junior staff and new hires, fostering a culture of technical excellence in market research tools and analytical methodologies
Strategic Communication: Translate complex data into persuasive narratives for external institutional clients and internal stakeholders through high-level presentations and formal reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Economics, Finance, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (M.S., MBA) preferred
Minimum of 7+ years of progressive professional experience in real estate research, data analytics, or a related financial services environment
Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to identify new insights, trends, and market anomalies through advanced data analytics and statistical modeling
Demonstrated passion for and deep knowledge of micro- and macro-level commercial real estate market dynamics, investment principles, and financial terminology
Proven research mindset with the capacity to translate complex data and trends into thoughtful, innovative deliverables that differentiate the firm and drive competitive advantage
Strong ability to oversee multiple research projects, determine priorities, allocate resources effectively, and drive projects through to completion while managing competing deadlines
Highly collaborative attitude with experience working cross-functionally across investments, operations, and marketing teams to achieve collective strategic goals
Ability to interpret complex themes and effectively prepare information for high-stakes client presentations and public events
Commitment to providing efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring research insights consistently meet business needs
Company
Keller Augusta
Keller Augusta is a full-service boutique executive search agency that specializes on the commercial real estate business.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase