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Sr Research Analyst

CBRE

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Location
Salt Lake City, UT
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Senior Research Analyst at CBRE provides research and analysis support across the commercial real estate industry. The role covers data collection, report creation and production, market dynamics analysis, and development of market insights. The analyst works with brokers and internal teams on business development, presents findings to audiences, and assists with mentoring and training Research Analysts and interns.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInformation SynthesisPresentationAnalytical SkillsFinancial AnalysisProblem SolvingData-Driven AnalysisMicrosoft OfficeExcelPowerPointResearch FundamentalsData AnalyticsOrganizational SkillsProject ManagementPrioritizationStakeholder CollaborationDeadline Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or Related Field2+ Years Commercial Real Estate or Comparable ExperienceU.S. Work Authorization Without Sponsorship

Full job description

As a Senior Research Analyst at CBRE, you will provide research and analysis support across the commercial real estate industry. This role encompasses data collection, report creation and production, market dynamics analysis, and the development of market insights.

What You'll Do:

  • Create standard and customized research reports, including local thought leadership content, working both independently and under the direction of the Associate Research Director.

  • Collaborate with brokers, Sales Management, and Marketing teams on pitches, proposals, and business development initiatives.

  • Research and collect market data across office, industrial, retail, and multifamily property types.

  • Gather, analyze, interpret, and present data on available properties, lease and sale transactions, tenant activity, and new developments.

  • Present market research findings to internal and external audiences to support informed decision-making.

  • Assist in supervising, mentoring, and training Research Analysts and interns.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • 2–5 years of experience in commercial real estate, preferably in a research-focused role; comparable experience outside of commercial real estate will also be considered.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly to a variety of audiences.

  • Strong analytical skills, including a solid understanding of financial concepts, principles, and standard analytical techniques.

  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems in routine and moderately complex situations using sound judgment and data-driven analysis.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Working knowledge of research fundamentals, with the ability to apply data analytics to support business strategy, client insights, and brand objectives.

  • Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage multiple assignments, and drive initiatives to completion through effective stakeholder collaboration.

  • Proven track record of meeting deadlines and managing multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.

  • Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

How this job compares

Set against the 446 open Market Research jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$121–175K/yr194 salary ranges
  • US median$26–28/hr139 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 446 open Market Research jobs across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Market Research postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 235 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 126 of the 446 open Market Research jobs (28%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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