Senior Strategy Analyst - Development

Jamestown

Job Description

POSITION/LEVEL: Senior Strategy Analyst, Development FLSA Status: Exempt

DEPT/OFFICE: Development and Construction DATE: February 2026

REPORTS TO: Director of Development, West Coast

Job Summary And Distinguishing Features Of The Work

The Senior Strategy Analyst will be based in the San Francisco Bay Area (hybrid) and will report to the West Coast Director of Development. The Senior Analyst will oversee qualitative analysis and presentation production for our current analytics team. The role will lead work related to large-scale masterplans in the pre-development phase throughout the Bay Area. The role will need to develop and implement reporting processes, ideate and create graphics and templates from scratch, provide quality review of analyses and materials. The Senior Analyst will need to synthesize and review pro forma and other financial modeling exercises in a fast-paced, client focused environment. The Senior Analyst should have a strong understanding of market research, including identifying and collecting necessary data. Strong experience and/or understanding of real estate deal structuring is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• We are seeking a Senior Strategy Analyst to join our Development team. This role is ideal for a highly capable and analytical real estate professional with 5-8 years of experience in a development, market research or acquisition role.
• Knowledge of residential and master-plan projects preferred.
• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Essential Job Functions

• Synthesize financial model results and provide feedback on modeling processes and outputs.
• Direct the creation of presentation materials with a clear understanding of organizational and stakeholder goals, including executive and non-financial stakeholders. Materials include decks and memos and may require developing formats and graphics from scratch
• Conduct and present market research, including quarterly and monthly reports. Comfort using raw data, as well as established industry
• Develop executive-level communications and strategy materials and coordinate strategic initiatives for leadership
• Work in collaboration with the team on each project
• Develop and maintain positive, cooperative, team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, clients and others as required for the job

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS : Knowledge of:

• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analysis skills and ability to think strategically about presenting results and outputs
• Strong market research skills, experience with Costar and other real estate research tools a plus.
• Strong written and presentation skills
• Strong understanding of underwriting, entitlements, and housing and economic development policy
• Pro forma analysis, development underwriting, knowledge of the design/development process.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Power Point and Google equivalents.

Skill In

• Communicating graphic ideas clearly and quickly
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Clear and concise communicator who can summarize complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.
• The ability to meet deadlines, accomplish work in order of priority; professionally maintain composure & effectiveness under pressure and changing conditions.
• Self-motivation, leadership, teamwork and collaboration.
• Conflict Management Resolution.
• Detail-oriented, logical, and methodical approach to problem solving.
• Written and verbal communication.

Working Conditions

• Responsibilities may require an adjusted work schedule, travel, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines or attend special events.