MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST (REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT)

About the Role
We are looking for a MARKET RESEARCH ANALYST (REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT) who will provide research, analytical insights, and coordination support across our property and investment activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Market & Sector Research (Singapore Commercial & Residential)

• Conduct detailed research on Singapore's commercial, industrial, and residential property markets.

• Analyse demographic trends, pricing movements, transaction data, and supply-demand indicators.

• Identify market opportunities, risks, emerging concepts, and development trends for HLH projects.

• Prepare market insight reports and briefs for senior management.

B. Competitor Analysis & Benchmarking

• Benchmark comparable commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments across Singapore.

• Analyse pricing structures, rental benchmarks, layouts, amenities, and market positioning.

• Prepare comparison dashboards and competitive analysis reports to support strategic decision-making.

C. Financial Analysis & Feasibility Support

• Assist in developing feasibility studies, including pricing models, demand projections, development cost outlines, and ROI assessments.

• Support financial modelling covering cashflow forecasts, IRR, NPV, breakeven scenarios, and sensitivity analysis.

• Conduct preliminary evaluations on land opportunities, redevelopment options, and investment propositions.

D. Planning, Regulatory & Development Research

• Research URA guidelines, land-use planning parameters, zoning controls, and policy updates relevant to HLH's development pipeline.

• Compile planning insights, regulatory requirements, and design considerations for concept development.

• Prepare case studies, land-use analyses, and development rationale reports.

E. Presentation, Reporting & Executive Communication

• Prepare high-quality presentations, investor decks, and briefing materials for senior leadership.

• Translate analytical findings into clear charts, visuals, and concise executive summaries.

• Draft concept papers, proposal memos, and strategic documentation to support internal approvals and external discussions.

F. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Coordination

• Work closely with development, design, finance, operations, and project teams on research and analytical inputs.

• Coordinate with external consultants, valuers, research agencies, and regulatory partners.

• Support due diligence, internal submission requirements, and project documentation.

G. Knowledge Management & Market Monitoring

• Maintain databases of property transactions, market benchmarks, regulatory updates, and project references.

• Monitor ongoing market shifts, construction cost trends, design innovations, and ESG-related development directions.

• Provide periodic updates and insights for management dashboards and strategy discussions.

H. Executive Support & Departmental Coordination

• Provide executive-level coordination support to ensure smooth workflow across property and investment activities.

• Manage meeting schedules, prepare minutes and follow-ups, and coordinate project timelines.

• Organise documents, filing systems, and key records related to tenders, valuations, approvals, and project development.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders for approvals, signatures, procurement routing, and cross-departmental coordination.

• Support leadership with structured summaries, documentation, and well-prepared briefings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.

• 1-3 years experience in property analysis, market research, valuation, or investment support.

• Proficient in Excel (modelling, analysis) and PowerPoint (presentations).

• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret market data and trends.

• Good understanding of URA guidelines, property regulations, and Singapore real estate market (advantageous).

• Excellent communication, coordination, and report-writing skills.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks independently.

• Professional, discreet, and comfortable supporting senior management.