Bidwells rapidly growing Operational Living team are looking for an Operational Living Consultant to join their London team!
The Operational Living Team at Bidwells specialises in consultancy for clients in the Rental Living space, including developers and investors. We work on Build to Rent, Co-living, Single Family Housing, Later Living, and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sectors, providing expert insights and research to guide and optimize residential development projects. Our reports cover urban regeneration, rental values, demographics, and supply-demand analysis, and include public reports such as our monthly UK city review and the bi-annual Open & Operating Report. We support projects across the UK, providing valuable insights and creating opportunities for innovation in the sector.
About the role
As an Operational Living Consultant, you will contribute to producing high-quality reports, gathering and analyzing data, and advising on best-in-class rental living developments. You’ll assist in publishing monthly and bi-annual reports with the Association for Rental Living (ARL) and ensure our databases stay updated with the latest market insights. This role will provide exposure to a variety of real estate projects, allowing you to build expertise in the operational living sector.
Why join us?
At Bidwells, you'll be part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to excellence in the operational living sector. This role offers flexible working arrangements, exposure to diverse real estate projects, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
What you'll be doing
- Collaborate on various client projects, gathering and analyzing data to produce comprehensive, data-driven reports.
- Maintain and update databases with current research findings.
- Support and strengthen client relationships, ensuring timely and professional communication.
- Collaborate with clients to meet project deadlines.
- Share market insights with colleagues and participate in team meetings.
- Work collaboratively on diverse projects within the team, gaining valuable experience across fields.
- Uphold Bidwells' corporate standards and best practices.
- Keep updated on relevant legislation and industry standards, sharing knowledge with the team.
- Track time and expenses, ensuring work aligns with profitability goals.
- Attend company-provided CPD sessions and seek growth opportunities to enhance qualifications.
- Complete administrative tasks to keep project paperwork and client files current.
- Perform ad hoc duties as needed.
About you
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a property-related field (e.g., Geography, Urban Planning, Architecture).
- Interest or background in real estate, urban planning, urbanism, or the residential rental sector.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and proficiency in written English.
- Team-oriented approach with strong collaboration skills.
Desired:
- Familiarity with Power BI or other data analysis tools.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, private medical, medicash plan, your birthday off work and lifestyle perks
- Professional Development: Continuous learning and promotion opportunities
- Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends
- Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it
Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.
