Distribution Strategy and Analytics Senior Strategist is responsible for using data and geospatial analysis to optimize the company's real estate portfolio by aligning business unit objectives to the overall real estate strategy. Using both internal and external data, the strategist will synthesize business performance, market trends, property values, and financial insights to develop integrated, network-level optimization strategies and market-specific recommendations that drive portfolio efficiency and alignment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.  Lead analytical efforts to support portfolio and market-level real estate strategy development  Integrate and synthesize large, multi-source datasets into actionable insights for decision-making  Develop and apply scenario-based models to evaluate trade-offs, demand shifts, and financial impacts  Identify and assess opportunities to optimize the real estate network (openings, closures, relocations, consolidations, renovations)  Leverage GIS and spatial analytics to evaluate trade areas, market coverage, and cannibalization risk  Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and demographic shifts to inform strategic recommendations  Assess risks (market, financial, portfolio concentration) and incorporate findings into planning and analysis  Monitor post-implementation performance and refine models based on outcomes and insights  Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders  Support the advancement of analytics tools, data capabilities, and best practices within the real estate function Qualifications Required Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Geography, or a related field (or equivalent experience)  5-8+ years of experience in corporate real estate, location analytics, strategy, or financial/portfolio analysis  Experience supporting or developing portfolio or network optimization strategies across multi-site environments  Strong analytical skills, including experience with scenario modeling, segmentation, and financial analysis  Proficiency in analytics and visualization tools (e.g., ArcGIS, Alteryx, Excel, SQL, Tableau/Power BI)  Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders  Experience working in cross-functional environments and influencing decisions without direct authority Preferred Qualifications:  Master's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field  Experience in branch network optimization, retail site strategy, or multi-site portfolio management (banking or retail preferred)  Advanced experience with GIS, spatial modeling, and trade area analysis  Familiarity with mobility data, customer behavior analytics, or location intelligence tools  Experience contributing to enterprise-level planning, decision frameworks, or governance models  Exposure to real estate lifecycle activities (site selection, lease support, disposition, construction/renovation planning) The annual base salary for this position is $130,000 - $175,000. General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist's generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist's defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.