Vice President, Market Intelligence

Walker & Dunlop•Bethesda, MD

23h•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President, Market Intelligence serves as a shared strategic resource for Walker & Dunlop’s Institutional Advisory Practice, Digital Infrastructure, and Hospitality businesses. The role develops sophisticated market research, sector analysis, thought leadership, and client-facing materials to support business development, deepen client relationships, and differentiate the firm’s advisory capabilities. A key focus is using artificial intelligence, advanced research tools, and data analytics to improve the quality, depth, and efficiency of research and content development. Working with senior leadership, investment sales professionals, business development teams, and colleagues across the three businesses, the VP turns complex market information into actionable intelligence, investment narratives, and client deliverables. The role also supports strategic initiatives, client pursuits, and transactions with tailored research and analysis, and establishes effective processes for sharing market intelligence across the Capital Markets platform.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field preferred.
7+ years of experience in commercial real estate research, market intelligence, investment banking, capital markets, consulting, or a related field preferred.
Demonstrated experience producing sophisticated market research, investment analysis, thought leadership, and executive-level presentations.
Strong understanding of commercial real estate investment fundamentals, capital markets, and institutional investor considerations.
Demonstrated proficiency with AI-powered research, analytical, and content development tools, including integrating these technologies into professional workflows.
Exceptional research, analytical, financial, and writing skills, with the ability to turn complex information into actionable insights and compelling client-facing content.
Advanced proficiency with AI tools and ability to use emerging technologies to improve research quality, analytical capabilities, and operational efficiency.
Strong understanding of commercial real estate markets, investment fundamentals, capital flows, and macroeconomic trends.
Excellent business judgment, intellectual curiosity, and ability to identify meaningful market trends and emerging investment opportunities.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including developing persuasive presentations and communicating complex topics to senior executives and institutional clients.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other analytical and presentation tools.
Strong attention to detail and ability to independently validate research findings, data sources, and AI-generated outputs.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Initiative, creativity, and ability to work independently with limited oversight.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, including working effectively across business lines and with senior leadership teams.
Ability to take ownership, proactively identify opportunities to add value, and continuously improve research processes and deliverables.
Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness when working with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
Attendance generally required from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting institutional real estate, digital infrastructure, hospitality, or other specialized investment sectors.
Familiarity with commercial real estate data and research platforms, financial modeling tools, and business intelligence applications.

Responsibilities

Lead market and sector research across Institutional Advisory, Digital Infrastructure, and Hospitality, covering market fundamentals, investment activity, capital flows, and emerging trends.
Analyze economic, demographic, financial, and industry-specific data to identify opportunities, investment themes, and potential risks.
Monitor transactions, valuations, pricing trends, investor sentiment, and capital markets conditions to support strategic decisions.
Develop and maintain research resources, market databases, and analytical frameworks, using proprietary company data and third-party platforms.
Identify emerging sectors, investment strategies, and market opportunities relevant to business development and client engagement.
Create research reports, market outlooks, sector updates, and data-driven client impact pieces.
Translate complex research into clear narratives for institutional investors, owners, operators, and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with senior leadership and Marketing/PR teams on content for publications, conferences, client communications, and digital channels.
Produce recurring market intelligence updates and thematic research, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality in publications and client materials.
Use AI-powered research, analytics, and content tools to improve research production and develop applications that streamline data gathering, analysis, reports, and presentations.
Create repeatable research workflows, templates, and analytical processes; use AI to synthesize data and identify trends while validating outputs and maintaining accuracy.
Partner with internal teams to integrate AI and advanced technology into research, business development, and client engagement; evaluate emerging research technologies.
Develop pitch materials, client presentations, investment narratives, and strategic business development content with senior producers and business leaders.
Provide customized research and sector analysis for client pursuits, strategic initiatives, and transactions; develop materials for prospective and existing institutional clients.
Identify market themes and investment opportunities that support client outreach, relationship development, and competitive positioning.
Collaborate across the three businesses to identify shared investment themes, cross-platform opportunities, and areas for strategic collaboration.
Serve as a centralized research resource and work with business leaders to set priorities and align deliverables with strategic and business development objectives.
Develop processes to share market insights and industry developments across the Capital Markets platform, and engage external research providers, data platforms, and industry resources.
Support ad hoc strategic initiatives and special projects as directed by business leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions.
Competitive dental and vision benefits.
401(k) with company match.
Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits.
Health and wellness program with cash rewards and resources promoting health, engagement, and balance.
Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Career development opportunities.
Volunteer hours and donation matching.
Discretionary bonus.