Senior Research Director at Savills North America in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area | Kablio

Role

Description

data integration

tech oversight

market insights

client advisory

thought leadership

cross collaboration

Thought Leadership: Establish the firm as a thought leader by producing authoritative white papers, reports, and market commentary. Represent the firm in the press and at industry conferences and panels, providing expert analysis on market conditions and future trends.
Data Integration and Technology Oversight: Manage the region’s research data infrastructure, including data sourcing, integration, and quality assurance. Educate and train internal teams on Research tools and applications.
Client Engagement and Advisory Support: Regularly interface with key clients to present research insights and provide consultative expertise on market opportunities, risks, and trends. Support high-value pitches and client engagements with compelling, data-backed narratives.
Market Strategy and Insights Development: Lead the development and execution of a sophisticated research strategy for key commercial real estate markets and sectors. This includes gathering data points, identifying emerging trends, and crafting insights that position the firm as an industry leader in market intelligence.
Cross-departmental Collaboration: Partner closely with brokerage, consulting, technology, marketing and PR teams to ensure that research insights directly contribute to client advisory, business development efforts, and support organizational priorities.

Requirements

commercial re

leadership

salesforce

chatgpt

data visualization

ba/bs

Located in Los Angeles, Savills is seeking a Senior Research Director to spearhead our analytics and insights efforts across the Southern California region, focusing on comprehensive data-driven strategies to advance our market positioning and client service excellence across multiple sectors. This role demands a proven leader with deep expertise in commercial real estate research, capable of driving data initiatives that support high-stakes decision-making for the firm’s executive leadership and client advisors.

The ideal candidate is a well-connected expert on the Los Angeles commercial real estate market with the ability to provide oversight and guidance for Orange County and San Diego, as well. Prior experience at a commercial real estate brokerage, capital markets, or analytics firm preferred.

5-7 years of experience in commercial real estate research, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, ChatGPT, experience with data visualization tools a plus
Self-starter who works independently and thinks proactively and strategically
BA or BS degree in business, marketing, statistics or related field
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with experience delivering insights to executive leadership and external stakeholders

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1855

Years of Experience

The company has been active in the real estate industry for over 168 years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to excellence.

Expanding into a global real estate services powerhouse with a strong North American presence.
Offering a wide range of real estate solutions, including commercial and residential property services, investment advice, and property management.
Completing a diverse array of projects, from high-rise office towers to sprawling mixed-use developments.
Providing deep expertise in market trends, strategic investment advice, and high-quality asset management.
Committing to innovative approaches, tailoring solutions to meet the needs of both tenants and property owners.
Helping clients navigate the complexities of real estate through an extensive network, offering insight-driven, personalized strategies.
Becoming a trusted name for both corporate and individual clients seeking reliable, forward-thinking real estate services.

Culture + Values

140+

organizations supported

Supporting team members in contributing to over 140 charitable organizations across North America.

Values the well-being of people inside and outside the organization.
Building diverse teams of professionals who bring unique perspectives.
Fosters environments supporting health, well-being, and professional growth.
Actively supports Employee ResourceGroups (ERGs) to build professional networks.
Facilitates and incentivizes employee donations and promotes an inclusive, philanthropic culture.

Environment + Sustainability

2030 & 2040

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 for operations and 2040 for the entire value chain.

72% GHG Reduction

Science-Based Targets

Committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 72% by 2030, approved by the SBTi.

31.6% Emissions Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Progress

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 31.6% against the 2019 baseline by 2024.

48% Renewable Electricity

Green Energy Usage

Increased the use of electricity from renewable sources in offices to 48% by 2024.

62 % of total North America office space now uses LED lighting.
84 green building certifications in place at offices globally.
69 environmental events conducted across global office locations in 2024.

Inclusion & Diversity

The chairman has signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge, focusing on unconscious bias education, sharing practices, and creating D&I plans with the board.
Active Employee Resource Groups across North America facilitate mentorship, speaker events, and cross‑role exposure.
Diverse teams of professionals have been developed to better address clients’ complex needs.
A visible leader in promoting diversity and inclusion in the commercial real estate industry through emerging initiatives and organizational support.
ERGs and volunteer efforts in North America support advocacy across diversity and disability issues.

Articles

Our Expertise

Careers

About Savills

Role

Description

data integration

tech oversight

market insights

client advisory

thought leadership

cross collaboration

Thought Leadership: Establish the firm as a thought leader by producing authoritative white papers, reports, and market commentary. Represent the firm in the press and at industry conferences and panels, providing expert analysis on market conditions and future trends.
Data Integration and Technology Oversight: Manage the region’s research data infrastructure, including data sourcing, integration, and quality assurance. Educate and train internal teams on Research tools and applications.
Client Engagement and Advisory Support: Regularly interface with key clients to present research insights and provide consultative expertise on market opportunities, risks, and trends. Support high-value pitches and client engagements with compelling, data-backed narratives.
Market Strategy and Insights Development: Lead the development and execution of a sophisticated research strategy for key commercial real estate markets and sectors. This includes gathering data points, identifying emerging trends, and crafting insights that position the firm as an industry leader in market intelligence.
Cross-departmental Collaboration: Partner closely with brokerage, consulting, technology, marketing and PR teams to ensure that research insights directly contribute to client advisory, business development efforts, and support organizational priorities.

Requirements

commercial re

leadership

salesforce

chatgpt

data visualization

ba/bs

5-7 years of experience in commercial real estate research, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, ChatGPT, experience with data visualization tools a plus
Self-starter who works independently and thinks proactively and strategically
BA or BS degree in business, marketing, statistics or related field
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with experience delivering insights to executive leadership and external stakeholders

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1855

Years of Experience

The company has been active in the real estate industry for over 168 years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to excellence.

Expanding into a global real estate services powerhouse with a strong North American presence.
Offering a wide range of real estate solutions, including commercial and residential property services, investment advice, and property management.
Completing a diverse array of projects, from high-rise office towers to sprawling mixed-use developments.
Providing deep expertise in market trends, strategic investment advice, and high-quality asset management.
Committing to innovative approaches, tailoring solutions to meet the needs of both tenants and property owners.
Helping clients navigate the complexities of real estate through an extensive network, offering insight-driven, personalized strategies.
Becoming a trusted name for both corporate and individual clients seeking reliable, forward-thinking real estate services.

Culture + Values

140+

organizations supported

Supporting team members in contributing to over 140 charitable organizations across North America.

Values the well-being of people inside and outside the organization.
Building diverse teams of professionals who bring unique perspectives.
Fosters environments supporting health, well-being, and professional growth.
Actively supports Employee ResourceGroups (ERGs) to build professional networks.
Facilitates and incentivizes employee donations and promotes an inclusive, philanthropic culture.

Environment + Sustainability

2030 & 2040

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 for operations and 2040 for the entire value chain.

72% GHG Reduction

Science-Based Targets

Committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 72% by 2030, approved by the SBTi.

31.6% Emissions Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Progress

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 31.6% against the 2019 baseline by 2024.

48% Renewable Electricity

Green Energy Usage

Increased the use of electricity from renewable sources in offices to 48% by 2024.

62 % of total North America office space now uses LED lighting.
84 green building certifications in place at offices globally.
69 environmental events conducted across global office locations in 2024.

Inclusion & Diversity

The chairman has signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge, focusing on unconscious bias education, sharing practices, and creating D&I plans with the board.
Active Employee Resource Groups across North America facilitate mentorship, speaker events, and cross‑role exposure.
Diverse teams of professionals have been developed to better address clients’ complex needs.
A visible leader in promoting diversity and inclusion in the commercial real estate industry through emerging initiatives and organizational support.
ERGs and volunteer efforts in North America support advocacy across diversity and disability issues.

Articles

Our Expertise

Careers

About Savills