Research Analyst job at Zonda Home in US National

Research Analyst Location: United States Hourly Full-Time Job Description: Remote | Full-time (anywhere US) Why You'll Love Zonda Zonda provides data-driven housing market solutions to the homebuilding industry. From builders to building product manufacturers, mortgage clients, and multifamily executives, we partner with our clients to streamline access to housing data and empower smarter decisions. As a leading brand in residential construction intelligence, Zonda stands behind a mission to advance the homebuilding industry-because we believe better homes mean better lives and stronger communities. When you join Zonda, you become part of a collaborative team shaping the future of housing through data, advisory services, and technology. The Role If puzzles, patterns, and internet sleuthing are your thing, you'll feel right at home here. In this role, you'll research new home development, connect the dots across public records and government sources, and keep critical project data accurate and up to date. It's a great fit for someone who loves digging into details, solving information gaps, and turning scattered data into meaningful market insight. What You'll Do Identify new home development projects by reviewing jurisdictions and public records across the market area. Conduct online research using government portals, meeting agendas, applications, and other official sources to find, verify, and update project data. Track permit and application statuses from initial submission through all regulatory steps up to plat recording. Ensure timely and accurate updates of assigned community and project records using proprietary software tools. Perform data entry and routine quality checks to maintain accuracy, consistency, and completeness. Support ad‑hoc research tasks and contribute to process improvements as business needs evolve. What You Bring Must‑Have Strong internet research skills with the ability to find reliable information across multiple sources. High computer literacy and ability to learn new systems quickly. Strong critical‑thinking, reading‑comprehension, and problem‑solving abilities. Excellent organization, attention to detail, and pattern recognition. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently, self‑motivate, and manage time effectively. Reliable access to a computer, high‑speed internet, and a phone. Fast learner with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Nice‑to‑Have Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Familiarity with permitting, planning, or land‑development processes. Experience with data entry or residential real estate. Perks Fully remote role with flexible, independent work. Consistent hours with a supportive team environment. Opportunity to develop specialized expertise in land‑development and housing‑market research and room to grow responsibilities over time. Direct‑deposit paychecks Inclusion & Equal Opportunity Employment: Zonda (formerly Hanley Wood | Meyers Research) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. Here at Zonda, we are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. #LI-Remote