Head of Research

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Cotality is seeking a Head of Australian Research to be the authoritative voice of our property market, delivering timely, relevant research content and representing the company through keynote presentations, market briefings, media commentary, and multi-channel content.

At Cotality, we are driven by a mission to make the property industry faster, smarter, and more people-centric. We are a global property intelligence leader with extensive data, insights, and scale. We value diversity, collaboration, and innovation, and we support our people to develop skills and make an impact across the real estate economy.

• Developing and delivering a content schedule including weekly market blogs, regular flagship reports, and topical research publications.
• Acting as a Cotality spokesperson, engaging with print, radio, TV, and online media to provide expert commentary and respond to key market events.
• Delivering keynote presentations and tailored briefings to industry bodies, clients, and consumers to enhance brand awareness and position Cotality as a leading voice in property analysis and thought leadership.
• Maintaining data quality and integrity, collaborating with analytics, data, and product teams to ensure outputs are accurate, timely, and meet high standards.
• Identifying revenue opportunities through public speaking, report syndication, and consulting activities.
• Supporting clients with tailored market insights and contributing to cross-functional projects including marketing campaigns and strategic planning.
• Managing travel commitments to deliver presentations and engage with stakeholders, primarily between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and other regional centres.

• Experience as a research leader or senior economist with a strong track record in property market analysis or related fields.
• Formal qualifications in economics, finance or related fields.
• Excellent communication and demonstrated experience as a confident media spokesperson.
• Skills in producing engaging research content that drives brand visibility and thought leadership.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams including media, social media, analytics, and product.
• Willingness to travel regularly to key Australian cities and regional locations.
• Commercial mindset with an understanding of revenue generation through research products and consulting.

Cotality offers a collaborative culture with ownership, initiative, and leadership. Our benefits support you to thrive at work and in life, including flexible hybrid working, wellbeing leave, wellness allowances, parental leave, mindfulness resources, access to industry-leading property research platforms, and community involvement opportunities.

• Hybrid working model with flexible conditions.
• 10 half days of Wellbeing leave per year and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• $600 AUD annual wellbeing allowance for gym memberships, wellness apps, ergonomic gear, and more.
• Generous parental leave; Baby Bucks and Bravo recognition program.
• Mindfulness tools and access to health and nutrition resources.
• Complimentary access to RP Data and exclusive employee market updates.
• Two community and volunteer leave days per year.

Cotality is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and an empowered work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth. We provide a competitive salary and benefits package and recruit based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without discrimination.

Please apply on our website for consideration.

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