Valuation & Advisory Analyst

Job Title

Valuation & Advisory Analyst

Job Description Summary

This role plays a key part in supporting the appraisal process by conducting in-depth property research, gathering relevant market data, and preparing initial data entry for appraisal reports. The Property Research Analyst will work closely with appraisers to ensure that all necessary information is collected and accurately recorded, enabling efficient and timely appraisals. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining discretion in handling sensitive data.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Property Research: Conduct thorough research on properties using various data sources such as public records, MLS databases, tax assessor websites, and other relevant resources. Investigate property characteristics, zoning information, sales history, market trends, and other factors that influence property value.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and organize data on comparable properties, market conditions, and other variables that impact valuations. Summarize findings in a clear, concise manner for use by appraisers.
• Data Entry & Report Preparation: Assist in the preparation of appraisal reports by entering researched data into appraisal software, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Support appraisers in formatting and structuring reports according to company standards and preparing current market reports as needed.
• Market Trend Analysis: Keep up to date with local real estate market trends and regulatory changes that may affect property values. Analyze market shifts and report findings to senior appraisers.
• Collaboration & Support: Work closely with appraisers to ensure all required property data is collected, documented, and available for review. Provide any additional research or data analysis needed during the appraisal process.
• Record Management: Maintain and organize property files, research notes, and databases in a systematic and efficient manner, ensuring quick access to information as needed.
• Quality Control: Review collected data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness. Address any discrepancies or missing information before submitting it to the appraiser.
• Client Interaction (if applicable): In some cases, interact with clients, property owners, or other stakeholders to gather additional property-specific details or clarification.

Key Competencies:

• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Research Skills
• Project Management
• Detail Oriented
• Multi-Tasking
• Initiative
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Time Management Skills

Important Education:

• Bachelor’s degree; Industry related field preferred
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in related field preferred

Important Experience:

• A minimum of 1+ year of experience in real estate research and/or market analysis required
• Experience in data entry/data management and time series analysis/forecasting

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Strong data software applications skills
• Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet goals and objectives
• Effective listening and critical thinking skills

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 63,750.00 - $75,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected] . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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