Market Research Analyst
Overview
A property development marketing client is looking for a Market Research Analyst to join their team on a 6 months fixed contract with the intention of permanency based in Umdloti, KZN. The Research Analyst plays a key role in delivering high-quality market intelligence across residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use property developments. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, the ability to interpret complex datasets, identify market trends and provide strategic recommendations that support client decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comparative market analysis across multiple property sectors.
- Produce detailed observations, insights and strategic recommendations.
- Perform gap analysis for proposed developments.
- Develop and implement online surveys.
- Analyse survey findings and translate results into actionable insights.
- Produce area profiles and property market summaries.
- Manage research projects from initial brief through to completion.
- Prepare and present research findings.
- Support client presentations.
- Provide technical guidance and support to Market Researchers and interns.
- Contribute to research standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct quality checks on all research outputs.
- Validate findings against client briefs and requirements.
- Review datasets for accuracy, consistency and reliability.
- Analyse large and complex datasets to identify meaningful trends and insights.
- Utilise Claude, ChatGPT and other AI tools to improve research efficiency while maintaining appropriate analytical oversight.
- Analyse property and market datasets, including Lightstone, SAPOA, Rode and TPN, where applicable.
How to apply
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