Jll

real estate

SeniorAnalyst,DataCenterResearch

$74–95k Chicago, Illinois, United States; Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Dallas, Texas, United States; McLean, Virginia, United States; Phoenix, Arizona, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Analyst, Data Center Research at Jll. Skills: research leadership, market analysis, forecasting, thought leadership, client advisory support. Drive the development and execution of comprehensive research strategies for mature and emerging data center markets across North America.. Lead primary and secondary research initiatives that position JLL as the definitive source of data center market intelligence.”

What You'll Achieve.

position JLL as the definitive source of data center market intelligence.; establish JLL as a trusted voice in the data center space.

Industry & Context.

real estate
Problems you'll solve

quantitative skills

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship., This position does not provide visa sponsorship.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, real estate, or a related field, Minimum 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate research, quantitative skills, proficiency in data visualization

Nice to Have

prior data center sector experience strongly preferred, Familiarity with cloud computing, edge infrastructure, and sustainability considerations shaping sector demand

What You'll Do.

Drive the development and execution of comprehensive research strategies for mature and emerging data center markets across North America.

Lead primary and secondary research initiatives that position JLL as the definitive source of data center market intelligence.

Conduct deep-dive analysis of data center supply

and investment flows.

Track and analyze market activity across the industry’s leading developers

Develop sophisticated forecasting models for colocation

on-prem and edge computing segments.

Monitor regulatory developments

sustainability initiatives

and technological shifts impacting the sector.

Author flagship research reports

and articles that establish JLL as a trusted voice in the data center space.

Present findings at industry conferences

Collaborate with global research teams to ensure consistency and leverage international insights.

Provide strategic research support for client engagements across capital markets

facility management and occupier services.

Develop bespoke research deliverables for institutional investors

and technology companies.

Support pitch presentations and new business development initiatives.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with global research teams to ensure consistency and leverage international insights.; Collaborate with research analysts and associates across business lines and geographies.; Partner with business line leaders to ensure research output aligns with commercial objectives.

Communication Scope

Exceptional written and verbal communication; experience presenting to clients

Full Job Description

**JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. **What this job involves:** We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our global data center research team. This role will lead North America market coverage while contributing to global insight initiatives. The Senior Analyst will produce market intelligence and thought leadership that supports client advisory and business development across the fast-growing digital infrastructure sector. **** **What your day-to-day will look like:** Research Leadership & Strategy * Drive the development and execution of comprehensive research strategies for mature and emerging data center markets across North America. * Lead primary and secondary research initiatives that position JLL as the definitive source of data center market intelligence. Market Analysis & Forecasting * Conduct deep-dive analysis of data center supply, demand, pricing trends, and investment flows. * Track and analyze market activity across the industry’s leading developers, operators, tenants, and investors. * Develop sophisticated forecasting models for colocation, hyperscale, on-prem and edge computing segments. * Monitor regulatory developments, sustainability initiatives, and technological shifts impacting the sector. Thought Leadership & Publications * Author flagship research reports, market outlooks, and articles that establish JLL as a trusted voice in the data center space. * Present findings at industry conferences, client events, and media bri

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