Chief Commercial Economist
Job Description
The Chief Commercial Economist is responsible for leading CoStar Australia's commercial property research, thought leadership and market commentary.
Working closely with product, commercial, research and leadership teams, the role translates CoStar's proprietary commercial real estate data into clear, authoritative and actionable market insights. Supported by a team of Commercial Property Analysts, the Chief Commercial Economist is responsible for interpreting market trends, producing research and forecasts, and representing CoStar's perspective on the Australian commercial property market.
As the public voice of CoStar Australia's commercial research, the role engages with clients, media, industry stakeholders and internal teams to strengthen CoStar's position as the leading source of commercial property intelligence and insights.
- Lead CoStar Australia's commercial property thought leadership, market commentary and economic analysis.
- Develop insight-led views on commercial property market performance, emerging trends and economic conditions.
- Produce market reports, research publications, forecasts and presentations that showcase CoStar's commercial property intelligence.
- Interpret complex property and economic data and translate findings into clear, practical and commercially relevant insights.
- Represent CoStar across media, conferences, webinars, client events and industry forums.
- Partner with product and commercial teams to identify opportunities to enhance CoStar's data, analytics and market intelligence offering.
- Provide strategic input into commercial property research priorities, analytical programmes and product development initiatives.
- Lead the development of market narratives that support customer engagement and brand leadership.
- Mentor and guide Commercial Property Analysts, ensuring analytical outputs are robust, accurate and commercially relevant.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders, clients and market participants.
- Monitor economic, financial and property market developments relevant to Australian commercial real estate.
About You
- Significant experience in commercial property research, economics, market intelligence, investment analysis or a related field.
- Deep understanding of Australian commercial property markets across office, industrial, retail and alternative sectors.
- Strong knowledge of commercial property metrics including rents, vacancy, supply, demand, absorption, incentives, investment activity and capital market trends.
- Proven ability to interpret complex datasets and produce compelling market insights.
- Exceptional written, presentation and communication skills.
- Experience presenting to senior stakeholders, clients and external audiences.
- Strong commercial judgement and strategic thinking capability.
- Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to mentor analytical teams.
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in Economics, Property, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
- Experience as a Chief Economist, Commercial Economist, Head of Research, Research Director or similar senior role.
- Experience engaging with media and public audiences.
- Existing credibility and profile within the Australian commercial property industry.
- Experience working with large-scale commercial real estate data and analytics platforms.
- CoStar is recognised as a leading authority on Australian commercial property markets.
- Commercial property data is translated into compelling research, thought leadership and market intelligence.
- Market commentary is trusted by clients, media and industry stakeholders.
- Strong engagement across media, clients, conferences and industry events.
- Commercial Property Analysts are supported, developed and producing high-quality analytical outputs.
- CoStar's research and insights contribute to stronger customer engagement, product adoption and brand leadership.
About Domain and CoStar Group
Domain is one of Australia’s most trusted and loved property brands, helping millions of Australians find their dream home and stay informed about the property market.
Now, Domain has joined forces with CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP), a global leader in real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces to take the next big leap in property technology and data innovation.
As part of CoStar Group, an S&P 500 and NASDAQ 100 company with more than 35 years of experience transforming how people understand and transact real estate, Domain is entering an exciting new era of growth. CoStar is investing heavily in new products, technology, and people to revolutionise how Australians access property data, insights, and marketplaces.
This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class research team at the intersection of two powerful brands - Domain’s local market expertise and CoStar’s global scale and technology - as we build the future of real estate intelligence together.
What’s Next?
We’ll give your application the thoughtful attention it deserves and get back to you as soon as possible. If there’s a match, one of our recruitment consultants will reach out—so keep your phone handy! We’re genuinely excited about the chance to work together and make a meaningful impact.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Domain is enthusiastically and unapologetically committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive work culture which reflects our customers and communities. We are proactively looking for candidates from all lived experiences, including people with disability, and people of all ages, ethnicities, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples), faiths, sexual orientations, and gender identities (including trans and non-binary people).
We are committed to providing an equitable recruitment process for people with disability. If you require adjustments during the process we’re here to support. If you wish to receive this job advertisement in an accessible format, or have a confidential chat about workplace adjustments, please contact our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team at [email protected] or leave a message on 1300 858 356 and we will get back to you.
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
