Director of Market Research - Thompson Thrift : Job Details

DescriptionDrive Strategy and Shape the Future as our Director of Market Research in Indianapolis, IN!Are you passionate about market research and uncovering market trends that drive impactful decisions? At Thompson Thrift, we're looking for a data-driven leader to guide our multifamily real estate development strategies. If you excel at market analysis, interpreting complex industry data, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, this role is your opportunity to make a difference.Why Thompson Thrift?At Thompson Thrift, we don't just build properties; we create communities and shape futures. Our commitment to excellence and innovation is reflected in everything we do. Through initiatives like TT Serve, we give back to the communities we serve, and with our Family Impact Program, we support work-life balance through flexible work options, concierge medical services, and financial planning tools.Your Role as the Director of Market ResearchThe Director of Market Research will play a pivotal role in guiding the organization's multifamily real estate development strategy by leveraging cutting-edge tools like RealPage and CoStar. Your expertise in market analysis, market research, and identifying emerging market trends will directly influence our ability to deliver innovative and community-focused developments.What You'll Do:

• Conduct market research and analyze market trends to identify national, regional, and submarket opportunities within the housing and multifamily sectors.
• Evaluate supply and demand dynamics, multifamily performance, and single-family trends to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Deliver consistent, actionable monthly reports that inform key business decisions.
• Partner with development teams to assess market opportunities and align strategies with growth objectives.
• Prepare market outlook reports and updates for investors, showcasing your ability to translate complex data into compelling insights.
• Leverage industry-leading tools like RealPage, CoStar, NMHC, and NAHB to aggregate and interpret data, presenting critical findings to executives and stakeholders.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of progressive experience in real estate market research (commercial real estate preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong analytical and data visualization skills, with the ability to present complex information effectively.
• Familiarity with GIS tools and other data visualization platforms is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with diverse teams and stakeholders.