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CoStar Realty Information, Inc. Legal Investigative Analyst in Washington, District Of Columbia

Legal Investigative Analyst

Job Description

CoStar Group Company Intro:

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces.  Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives. 

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers.  We’ve continually refined, transformed, and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors.  We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation.  This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors.  By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate. 

Role Description: As a Legal Investigative Analyst, within our dynamic legal department, you will primarily assist in the identification, investigation, review, response, and resolution of matters related to the misuse of CoStar content and services.

This position requires a high level of interaction with staff at various levels and across multiple departments, in particular sales and customer support. You will need strong communication skills and familiarity with excel, as well as the ability to review, analyze and convey information quickly and succinctly via email and phone conversations, diligent record keeping, documentation and organizational abilities.

You will be a part of a team that receives attention from all levels of company leadership. In the past years our work to combat content theft has been covered in the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, NBC News, and many other publications.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify, prioritize, investigate, and assist in the resolution of a busy case load of investigations, including improper use of CoStar services, data theft and infringement.

  • Monitor, review, respond to and assist in the resolution of password sharing, access by unauthorized individuals or entities, misuse of CoStar services and/or misappropriation of CoStar content.

  • Communication with parties involved in the suspected misuse of CoStar services.

  • Documentation of processes and the organization of records and case material.

  • Assisting with initiatives to protect CoStar intellectual property.

  • Provide as-needed investigatory and other support for legal matters.

  • Advise business team members regarding proper licensing practices.

  • Develop and maintain an in-depth working knowledge of the CRE Industry and CoStar’s business model / technology.

Internal Candidate Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College.

  • 2+ years’ experience in an internal role, with knowledge related to real estate, real estate technology companies, CSGP products, services and how we offer these services.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with ability to be flexible and adapt to frequently changing workload and responsibilities.

  • The ability to work with, analyze, translate, and understand data.

  • Excellent analytical skills.

  • Working knowledge and usage of MS Excel, including usage of filters, functions, data entry, as well as working with and data organization techniques.

  • Acute attention to detail.

  • Ability to multi-task.

  • A track record of commitment to prior employers.

  • Preferred prior experience with; the identification and/or resolution of password or license sharing, licensing reviews & resolutions, intellectual property protection, Legal (corporate) investigations, digital forensics, data analytics or similar related experience.

  • Evidence of strong academic performance in college.

External Candidate Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College.

  • 2+ years’ experience in; the identification and/or resolution of password or license sharing, licensing reviews & resolutions, intellectual property protection, Legal (corporate) investigations, digital forensics, data analytics or similar related experience.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with ability to be flexible and adapt to frequently changing workload and responsibilities.

  • The ability to work with, analyze, translate, and understand data.

  • Excellent analytical skills.

  • Excellent MS Excel skillset including usage of functions and data organization techniques.

  • Acute attention to detail.

  • Ability to multi-task.

  • A track record of commitment to prior employers.

  • Evidence of strong academic performance in college.

What's in it for you?

When you join CoStar Group, you’ll experience a collaborative and innovative culture working alongside the best and brightest to empower our people and customers to succeed. 

We offer you generous compensation and performance-based incentives. CoStar Group also invests in your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program. 

Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to): 

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug 

  • 401(K) retirement planwith matching contributions 

  • Employee stock purchase plan 

  • Paid time off 

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Life, legal, and supplementary insurance 

  • Virtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and family 

  • Commuter and parking benefits 

  • On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent), with yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group exercise classes

  • Access to CoStar Group’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups 

  • Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks 

We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply.  However, please note that CoStar Group is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position. 

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.

We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 37 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable products and services. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry and for our customers. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.

CoStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CoStar is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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