Tourism Consulting - Toronto, Canada - CBRE

CBRE

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Posted- 14-Mar-2024- Service line- Advisory Segment- Role type- Full-time- Areas of Interest- Research- Location(s)- Toronto - Ontario - Canada- About Us
Do you want to expand your knowledge while working on a high-performing team alongside some of Canada's best
talent? If so, we want to hear from you
CBRE is seeking a Research Consultant in our Downtown Toronto office to support the CBRE Tourism Consulting and
Hotels team, within the Valuation & Advisory Services (VAS) department. This is an exciting role to make a difference in
the Canadian tourism landscape, involving research, analysis, strategic thinking for a boutique practice within a Fortune
500 company.
About You
‒ Strong work ethic and demonstrated attention to detail.
‒ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
‒ Superior research skills with an ability to synthesize data from various sources.
‒ Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
‒ Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and accurate reporting.
‒ Ability to effectively present information.
time-sensitive tasks.
‒ Resourceful and proactive self-motivated individual.
‒ Positive and committed team player.
‒ Knowledgeable about current tourism and hospitality industry trends.
The Opportunity
CBRE is seeking an individual to form an integral component of the Downtown (office) Tourism Consulting and Hotels
team in the VAS department, to participate in all aspects of the practice. The Research Consultant will report directly to
the Senior Vice President, CBRE Tourism Consulting, and provide support on all Tourism team projects.
reports and proposals, with a lens towards strategic thinking and destination development

Responsibilities:

- ‒ Conduct extensive research and analysis, using both internal and third-party sources, with respect to relevant hospitality
and tourism market analysis trends, and incorporate research findings into written valuation and advisory reports.
‒ Prepare data-driven reports and articles for publication, with analytical guidance of the Senior Vice President.
‒ Market and financial feasibility modelling (understanding of profit & loss statements and forecasting)
‒ Undertake various forms of stakeholder engagement for project work (interviews, survey creation & analysis, host focus
groups, etc.)
‒ Help maintain the capacity in the Tourism Consulting and Hotels' team by assisting trainees and interns with various
learning initiatives.
‒ Create and analyze market statistics and corresponding materials, including the production of client presentations and
reports.
‒ Complete other research and administrative requests, at the direction of senior management.- Qualifications
‒ Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university, preferably from a recognized tourism and/or hospitality
program, and a minimum of two-years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
experience.
‒ Knowledge of financial and tourism/hospitality terminology and principles, ability to understand financial statements and
conduct basic financial analysis.
‒ Will work towards developing the ability to prepare reasonable and defensible forecasts of income and expenses.
‒ Ability to manipulate large amounts of data.
‒ Basic programing skills would be an asset.
‒ Intermediate proficiency with stakeholder engagement and client presentations, and few concerns with public speaking
‒ Valid class 5 drivers' license
‒ Ability to travel for client projects (if required)What's in it for you?
At CBRE, you are empowered to take your career path into your own hands. Work in a high-energy, collaborative
environment with supportive teammates while reaching your highest potential.
Enjoy workplace flexibility in a global organization with our modern, Well-Certified Offices proven to maximize employee
wellness. We believe our working spaces should allow everyone to feel comfortable, productive, and inspired. Because
when people feel inspired, great work is accomplished.
Come experience the employee advantage at CBRE. We look forward to hearing from you.
CBRE is committed to being an organization that celebrates diversity as a strength, where people have access to
equitable opportunities and management fosters inclusion. Employees have the freedom to be authentic and are
empowered at work.