Analyst (Inclusive Cities Practice)
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About HR&A Advisors, Inc.
HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company that advises public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities. Their mission centers on creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives. With offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington D.C., HR&A boasts a diverse team of former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists. They have a global reach, having guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, in cities ranging from Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong. Their clientele includes real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments.
Job Description: Analyst (Inclusive Cities Practice) – Los Angeles
HR&A’s Inclusive Cities practice seeks a full-time Analyst based in their Los Angeles office. While primarily seeking an Analyst for this practice, they may also consider candidates for a Research Analyst role depending on experience.
The Role: Analysts are early-career professionals (2-4 years of experience) who form the foundation of the team-oriented structure. Their work is data-driven and contributes significantly to client deliverables. Responsibilities may include:
• Public policy research and analysis: Investigating and evaluating various public policies.
• Strategic communications: Creating press releases, memos, talking points, and messaging frameworks.
• Organizational and governance strategy development: Assisting local government agencies with strategic planning and governance improvements.
• Power mapping and political landscape analysis: Identifying key stakeholders influencing policy and program implementation.
• Municipal budget analysis and evaluation: Reviewing and assessing municipal budgets.
• Community and stakeholder engagement: Designing and facilitating engagement events.
• Quantitative and spatial analysis: Utilizing GIS mapping and econometric modeling.
• Case study research: Conducting in-depth research on specific case studies.
• Regulation review and analysis: Reviewing and analyzing relevant regulations.
• Real estate pro forma preparation: Creating financial models for market-rate and affordable housing and public-private structures.
• Report and presentation preparation: Creating written reports, PowerPoint presentations, and Excel models for clients and marketing materials.
Experience Required:
• 2-4 years of experience in public policy, economic development, governance, community engagement, or a related field (ideally in government, nonprofit, or advocacy).
• Commitment to advancing equity: Understanding of how policy, governance, and economic systems impact marginalized communities and a desire to create equitable solutions.
• Understanding of urban systems and policy frameworks: Experience in city governance, economic inclusion, workforce development, public services, housing, small business support, or civic engagement.
• Strong research, analysis, and problem-solving skills: Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative approaches, policy evaluation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic communications experience: Experience creating press releases, messaging frameworks, or public engagement strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills: Ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.
• Data analysis proficiency: Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; GIS and data visualization experience are a plus.
• Project management skills: Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
Hybrid Work Policy: HR&A operates on a hybrid work policy, requiring employees to work from the office at least two days a week.
Compensation: The base salary range is $83,200 – $95,700, plus a discretionary year-end bonus. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered. The company is employee-owned, providing participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
