AddressWho we are:
Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. Our mission is about helping people create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.
We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. You will have the benefits of salary continuance insurance, generous parental leave policy for both primary & secondary carers, work life balance, health & wellbeing programs and much more.
Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
Urbis shaping Futures your way!
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for an economic consultant to join Urbis's Economics & Property (E&P) team. This role will support the broader team by undertaking research for consulting projects in the residential, retail, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use sectors across the state and nationally by delivering quality research, modelling and report writing on a range of property projects for our clients.
You will be:
- Managing and undertaking field research to obtain preliminary data and knowledge across a wide range of sources and networks;
- Undertaking qualitative and quantitative analysis from research materials;
- Supporting the provision of advice and developing skills in qualitative and quantitative analysis using economic tools that include (but are not limited to) economic modelling, cost benefit analysis and economic impact assessments;
- Regularly reviewing major research documents and data sources and informing the team on market information, trends and developments;
- Providing expert knowledge in most components of analyses independently, including:
- Current population and socioeconomic profiles, performance drivers, benchmarking, competition analysis, trade area definitions, residential sales and rental data analysis, employment analysis, tourism assessments, tenant schedules, basic level forecasts, market shares, rent and turnover analyses, appropriate use of definitions, inputs, calculations, data sources, systems, basic level forecasts and others as directed;
- Undertaking background research for projects, using own initiative to find resources;
- Collating and analysing data for consulting assignments and assisting the team to deliver property advice to clients;
- Using appropriate tools such as GIS, internal databases and Microsoft Office to extract, populate and manipulate data;
- Assisting in the preparation of presentations, drafting client reports and incorporating client feedback into final reports for senior team members;
About You:
- Tertiary qualifications in Property Economics, Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Town / Urban or Regional Planning, Business/Finance or related discipline
- Proven experience in the property industry
- Demonstrated high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (including but not limited to Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
- Excel skills include an ability to use high level analytical techniques such as Power Pivot Tables & Charts, DAX or Index/Match functions
Why Urbis?
Urbis is committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). As a member of our team, you will have the benefit of:
- Working in a truly flexible workplace, while maintaining strong client support and engagement.
- Active mentorship, development of career goals and support in achieving them.
- Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.
- Opportunities to partake in internal and external networking and social events across the State and Nationally.
- Working on city-shaping projects alongside the best in the industry, and across all sectors.
How to Apply?
Are you ready to start your journey with some of the brightest minds in the industry and you are passionate about making a difference to our clients, community, and team? Click on "Apply for this job." Or email us at *******@urbis.com.au if you have any questions.
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