Economics And Property Consultant

Who 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).

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The Opportunity: 

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a consultant to join the Urbis Economics & Property business unit and become an integral part of our close-knit, high performing team. You will be required to contribute to driving the ongoing profitable business growth and development of our Queensland Economics & Property offering.

Our team provides clients with strategic evidence- based advice. This includes market research and economic modelling across a range of industries and client groups.

This will be achieved through a strong focus on delivering client work and building client relationships.

The Role:  

• 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 economic modelling, cost benefit analysis and economic impact assessments.
• 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.
• Developing capability in new methods of presenting and working with data (e.g. Power Business Intelligence).

About You: 

This position would suit someone who has a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, with property and consulting background and a combination of the following competencies: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Property Economics, Economics, Urban Planning or a related discipline preferable.
• Relevant experience, ideally gained in a consultancy environment.
• Uses decisive and transparent communication to keep team and clients informed of progress.
• Demonstrates advanced written and verbal communication skills including producing well written and insightful reports as well as confidence in presenting to internal and external clients.
• Providing constructive and timely feedback to the team to try out new ideas and opportunities in support of their development. 

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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). The WGEA citation is designed to formally encourage, recognise and promote active commitment to achieving gender equality in Australian workplaces. This citation is the gold standard certification for employers who are committed to making positive, measurable improvements towards gender equality and only held by 129 organisations nationally.

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 careers@urbis.com.au if you have any questions. 

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