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Research Analyst or Associate, LaSalle Investment Management - Chicago, IL

Research Analyst or Associate
Company:  LaSalle Investment Management
Job Title:  Research Analyst or Associate
Location:   Chicago, IL
Department: Research & Strategy
Employment Type:  Full-time
Job ID:  26074BR

To Apply:  To be considered, please click the link below to apply online or copy & paste the URL noted below into your browser.  All resumes MUST BE submitted via our web site.  Please reference Job ID: 26074BR
OBJECTIVE OF ROLE:
LaSalle Investment Management is currently seeking a full-time Research Analyst or Associate to join the Research & Strategy team in Chicago. This person will contribute to the Research & Strategy team by preparing and communicating real estate market forecasts and investment recommendations. S/he will be responsible for market forecasts of assigned markets and will contribute to topical white papers and presentations. Knowledge of economics and statistical analysis is required. A demonstrated interest in real estate, land economics, and urban planning/development, as well as experience using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), are necessary.
We are on the move- literally!  LaSalle’s Chicago office is currently located in the Aon Center at 200 E Randolph, Chicago, IL 60601.  We are moving our Global Headquarters in November 2015, so this individual will be working in our new space, at 333 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606 soon!  This new location has prime access to all transportation options throughout and into the city of Chicago.  With Union Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, and many el train options nearby, this is a very attractive new space for LaSalle. 
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
·       Gather, analyze, and interpret macro-economic and financial data and forecasts
·       Develop and maintain charts summarizing economic and real estate data and forecasts for regularly updated publications
·       Prepare detailed market analyses for potential acquisitions, covering real estate supply, demand and rent growth, a property’s positioning relative to competitors, and local economic trends
·       Forecast supply and demand trends for major property types in assigned regional economies/MSAs
·       Support the development and dissemination of investment strategies
·       Contribute to special US and global research projects and white papers, including the team’s flagship publication: the Investment Strategy Annual
·       Specific responsibilities will be commensurate with experience

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:   
·       Bachelor's degree from a leading school in Economics, Urban Planning, Geography, Real Estate or other social science
·       Master’s Degree in related field is preferred, but not required
·       Excellent writing, analytical, Excel, and Powerpoint skills. GIS familiarity is a plus, but not required
·       Knowledge of business and financial economics and statistics
·       Prior experience: 2-4 years in a related position. Real estate research experience is preferred

LaSalle Investment Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.