Manager – Research

Manager – Research

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Statistics, Geography, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in real estate research, market analysis, consulting, or analytics
• Deep understanding of retail, commercial real estate, and consumer trends
• Proficient in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, ESRI/ArcGIS, MapInfo, CoStar, and/or other market research platforms
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to draw insights from complex datasets
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to convey findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and a passion for research-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage research initiatives across key markets and properties to support leasing, development, and asset management strategies
• Collect, analyze, and interpret demographic, economic, retail, and shopper behavior data from internal systems and third-party sources
• Produce high-quality reports, presentations, and maps for executives and business units
• Partner with leasing teams to provide relevant market and tenant intelligence that supports negotiations and deal-making
• Support development and redevelopment projects with trade area analysis, tenant mix recommendations, and feasibility research
• Monitor industry trends, retail performance, and macroeconomic indicators that impact Simon’s business
• Analyze and manage propriety and sourced spatial data within a Geographic Information System
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of data used in decision-making processes
• Manage vendor relationships and subscriptions to external data sources
• Mentor junior analysts or research staff, fostering their technical and analytical development.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.