Field Research Director Job Description About Domain and CoStar Group Domain is one of Australia’s most trusted and loved property brands, helping millions of Australians find their dream home and stay informed about the property market. Domain has joined forces with CoStar Group, a global leader in real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces, to take the next big leap in property technology and data innovation. As part of CoStar Group—an S&P 500 company with more than 35 years of experience transforming how people understand and transact real estate—Domain is entering an exciting new era of growth. CoStar is investing heavily in new products, technology, and people to revolutionize how Australians access property data, insights, and marketplaces. Role Overview The Field Research team at CoStar Group is essential for gathering and verifying accurate, comprehensive data on commercial properties, including tenant occupancy, available listings, and building characteristics, to support all company products. The Director of Field Research is a key leadership role, responsible for setting strategy and managing the expansion of this research across Australia. This dynamic leader will oversee recruitment, onboarding, and the performance of a high‑performing management team. The primary goal is to ensure the timely delivery of high‑quality property and tenant data, requiring a strong operational mindset and a results‑driven approach. Key Responsibilities Set Strategic Direction and External Representation: Establish the strategy for market and portfolio research across regions, oversee the production of analytics and forecasts, and serve as a thought leader for CoStar in client meetings and media. Team Leadership and Development: Lead and manage senior analysts and a large team of managers and researchers. Responsibilities include recruiting, developing, coaching, and implementing onboarding and training programs for the team's ongoing success and integration. Operational Excellence and Data Quality: Maintain a strong operational focus to ensure all individual and team metrics, KPIs, and quality standards are consistently met. This involves focusing on continuous process improvement and collaborating with Product, Research, Sales, and IT departments to deliver the most accurate data. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred (in Real Estate, Economics, or related field). 10+ years of experience in commercial real estate research or analytics leadership. 5-8 years of experience leading large‑scale, dispersed teams to meet deadlines and deliverables. Strong presentation and client‑facing skills. Proven ability to lead large teams and deliver strategic insights. Proven track record of driving accountability with managers and leading in a metric‑driven organisation. Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment with high creative and delivery standards. Ability to collaborate across functional areas. Capacity to travel to local markets for field visits. Passion and interest in real estate is a plus. Why Join Us? Be part of a global leader in property technology and data innovation. Work with cutting‑edge tools and methodologies to shape the future of real estate intelligence. Enjoy career growth opportunities within a high‑performing, collaborative team. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Domain is committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive work culture that reflects our customers and communities. We proactively seek candidates from all lived experiences, including people with disabilities, people of all ages, ethnicities, cultures, faiths, sexual orientations, and gender identities. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we will support you. CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance‑abuse testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr