Tourism Research Consultant

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 Tourism Research Consultant in our Downtown Toronto office to support the CBRE Development Strategy & Consulting - Destination & Tourism 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, and 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 interpret and present information.
• Demonstrates good judgment in applying company policies and is dependable to deliver high-quality work when handed 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) Destination & Tourism team in the Development Strategy & Consulting department, to participate in all aspects of the practice. The Tourism Research Consultant will report directly to the Senior Vice President, Destination & Tourism, and provide support on all team projects.

The candidate will be expected to conduct research and analysis for use in advisory projects, develop written content for reports and proposals, and support project work in general with a lens towards data-driven solutions and strategies for destinations across Canada.

Responsibilities

• Conduct extensive research and analysis, using both internal and third-party sources, with respect to relevant tourism and hospitality market analysis trends, and incorporate research findings into written advisory reports.
• Prepare data-driven reports and articles for publication, with analytical guidance of the Senior Vice President.
• Conduct market and financial feasibility modelling (with an 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 capacity for the Destination & Tourism 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 three 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.
• Strong proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications – notably Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic programing skills would be an asset.
• Intermediate proficiency with stakeholder engagement and client presentations, and few concerns with public speaking
• Ability to travel for client projects (if required)
• Valid class 5 drivers’ license would be an asset.
  
  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at Via telephone at +1 866 388 4346 (Canada) and +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.)

Service line: Advisory Segment