Research & Advisory Analyst

Research & Advisory Analyst FM Consultancy (Remote)

Location: Remote (Global) Engagement Type: Short-term consultancy (Day-rate or Monthly Retainer) Sector: Facilities Management (FM), Real Estate Advisory Projects: Mixed-use urban and destination developments in Saudi Arabia

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Research & Advisory Analysts to support high-impact Facilities Management (FM) consultancy engagements for large-scale, mixed-use developments in Saudi Arabia . These strategic projects span residential, retail, office, hospitality, and public realm assets.

This is a flexible remote consultancy role , combining desktop research and documentation with periodic client/site engagements. Candidates can be based anywhere globally , provided they can accommodate occasional travel and time zone alignment with Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

You will be deployed across two major FM advisory projects:

Project A Mixed-Use Urban Development

Focus: Residential, Retail, Office

Scope includes:

• Defining FM operating and delivery models
• Drafting tender documents, scopes of work, and contract schedules
• Evaluating service provider bids and advising on commercial models
• Supporting mobilisation of selected FM providers

Project B Mixed-Use Destination Development

Focus: Retail, Hospitality, Public Realm

Scope includes:

• Advising on FM strategy, governance, and service integration
• Recommending delivery options aligned with guest experience and brand standards
• Supporting contract design, transition planning, and vendor onboarding

Candidate Profile

We are looking for detail-oriented, analytical professionals with a background in FM, consulting, or strategic support roles.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• 35 years experience in FM, real estate consulting, or strategy support
• Strong skills in desktop research, benchmarking, and document preparation
• Proven ability to draft strategy papers, scopes of work, and audit summaries
• Excellent formatting, presentation, and Excel capabilities
• Familiarity with ISO standards, RICS frameworks, or asset-heavy environments
• Comfortable working under pressure across multiple bids and deliverables

Key Competencies

• Exceptional written English and communication skills
• Strong stakeholder engagement and client-facing presence
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail and structured thinking

Why Join Us?

• Work on strategic, high-profile FM projects in the Middle East
• Flexible remote working model with glob