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At Welltower, we’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate. As a global leader in residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure, we create vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.
We’re looking for bold, independent thinkers who thrive on challenge, embrace complexity, and are driven to deliver long-term value. Every team member is empowered to think like an owner, innovate fearlessly, and lead from where they stand. If you're passionate about outcomes and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare infrastructure, we want you on our best-in-class team.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst is responsible for supporting project efforts for our Capital Projects. The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst will be responsible for quantitative analysis, reporting, training and addressing related questions and inquiries from internal stakeholders. The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst will manage several projects independently and play an integral role in task automation initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project Management Support
- Work closely with internal clients to identify areas for improvement and developing and implementing solutions
- Support project prioritization, PMO efforts, and project status reporting
- Document requirements, scope, plan/timelines, process flows, key decisions, resource needs, and perform initial modeling (e.g. Excel)
- Support the completion of project deliverables
- Organize and support kick-off meetings, status updates, and design workshops
- Lead testing efforts
-
Communicate with project stakeholders and organizational leaders
-
Implement automation and efficiency initiatives
- Work with the business and technical contacts to scope and execute automation opportunities using SmartSheet
- Improve efficiency of existing systems and processes
- Support internal stakeholders to keep systems updated for changing business needs
-
Attend workshops and conferences to comprehend the new software information and implement as needed to improve our process.
-
Serve as key technical contact for numerous software applications. Responsibilities may include:
- Drive configuration changes and related testing
- Support the primary business owners on technical questions
- Liaise with internal applications team.
- Support integration of software with other Welltower systems
-
Attend Yardi bi-weekly call to solve outstanding issues and check for updates.
-
Quantitative Analysis to Support Project Efforts
- Develop business cases to quantify costs and benefits of a project
- Identify baseline KPIs and track improvement throughout project efforts
- Participate and/or lead vendor evaluation and selection efforts with costs/benefits in mind
-
Conduct initial business analysis using Excel or other desktop programs
-
Reporting
- Maintain enterprise project priority and status
- Analyze operational metric reporting to uncover process improvement opportunities
- Report on application spend, risk, and key dates
- Develop new reports from managed systems to support business needs
-
Query and analyze large data sets through ad-hoc query tools such as SQL or application specific query tools
-
Training
- Provide Yardi, SmartSheet, other technical training and documentation for key systems to internal stakeholders with varying levels of technical experience.
- Create and update swimlanes for all workflows and processes.
- Create a training package for new hires.
- Lead the training video creation project.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst is an individual contributor reporting to VP, Capital Administration. This position will serve as a consultative resource for many departments, including but not limited to Information Management, Business Insights, FP&A and Accounting.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
TRAVEL
Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience:
- 2 or more years work experience in Consulting or Project Management related to IT, Finance, Accounting, or similar roles.
- Advanced proficiency in Smartsheet required
- Industry experience and/or demonstrated business acumen in real estate, financial services, or health care preferred.
-
Experience with cloud-based, SaaS system configuration preferred (e.g. Salesforce, etc.)
-
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, IT or related field preferred.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
- Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
- Student Debt Program – we’ll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
- Professional Growth
- And much more!
ABOUT WELLTOWER
Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. We also seek to support physicians in our Outpatient Medical buildings with the critical infrastructure needed to deliver quality care.
Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments. Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.
Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – our North Star.
Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet
WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US
At Welltower, we’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate. As a global leader in residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure, we create vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.
We’re looking for bold, independent thinkers who thrive on challenge, embrace complexity, and are driven to deliver long-term value. Every team member is empowered to think like an owner, innovate fearlessly, and lead from where they stand. If you're passionate about outcomes and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare infrastructure, we want you on our best-in-class team.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst is responsible for supporting project efforts for our Capital Projects. The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst will be responsible for quantitative analysis, reporting, training and addressing related questions and inquiries from internal stakeholders. The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst will manage several projects independently and play an integral role in task automation initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project Management Support
- Work closely with internal clients to identify areas for improvement and developing and implementing solutions
- Support project prioritization, PMO efforts, and project status reporting
- Document requirements, scope, plan/timelines, process flows, key decisions, resource needs, and perform initial modeling (e.g. Excel)
- Support the completion of project deliverables
- Organize and support kick-off meetings, status updates, and design workshops
- Lead testing efforts
-
Communicate with project stakeholders and organizational leaders
-
Implement automation and efficiency initiatives
- Work with the business and technical contacts to scope and execute automation opportunities using SmartSheet
- Improve efficiency of existing systems and processes
- Support internal stakeholders to keep systems updated for changing business needs
-
Attend workshops and conferences to comprehend the new software information and implement as needed to improve our process.
-
Serve as key technical contact for numerous software applications. Responsibilities may include:
- Drive configuration changes and related testing
- Support the primary business owners on technical questions
- Liaise with internal applications team.
- Support integration of software with other Welltower systems
-
Attend Yardi bi-weekly call to solve outstanding issues and check for updates.
-
Quantitative Analysis to Support Project Efforts
- Develop business cases to quantify costs and benefits of a project
- Identify baseline KPIs and track improvement throughout project efforts
- Participate and/or lead vendor evaluation and selection efforts with costs/benefits in mind
-
Conduct initial business analysis using Excel or other desktop programs
-
Reporting
- Maintain enterprise project priority and status
- Analyze operational metric reporting to uncover process improvement opportunities
- Report on application spend, risk, and key dates
- Develop new reports from managed systems to support business needs
-
Query and analyze large data sets through ad-hoc query tools such as SQL or application specific query tools
-
Training
- Provide Yardi, SmartSheet, other technical training and documentation for key systems to internal stakeholders with varying levels of technical experience.
- Create and update swimlanes for all workflows and processes.
- Create a training package for new hires.
- Lead the training video creation project.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
The Smartsheet Solutions Analyst is an individual contributor reporting to VP, Capital Administration. This position will serve as a consultative resource for many departments, including but not limited to Information Management, Business Insights, FP&A and Accounting.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
TRAVEL
Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience:
- 2 or more years work experience in Consulting or Project Management related to IT, Finance, Accounting, or similar roles.
- Advanced proficiency in Smartsheet required
- Industry experience and/or demonstrated business acumen in real estate, financial services, or health care preferred.
-
Experience with cloud-based, SaaS system configuration preferred (e.g. Salesforce, etc.)
-
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, IT or related field preferred.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
- Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
- Student Debt Program – we’ll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
- Professional Growth
- And much more!
ABOUT WELLTOWER
Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. We also seek to support physicians in our Outpatient Medical buildings with the critical infrastructure needed to deliver quality care.
Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments. Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.
Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – our North Star.
Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Solutions Analyst
Lead with your technical stack, not just your degree
Solutions Analysts are expected to bridge technical and business teams. Highlight specific tools you've used, such as SQL, Salesforce, or Jira. Employers sponsoring OPT want proof you can contribute immediately, not just that you studied the subject.
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT extension early
If your degree is in information systems, computer science, or engineering, your Solutions Analyst role likely qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm this with your DSO before accepting an offer to avoid surprises at the 12-month mark.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset in interviews
Employers unfamiliar with OPT often assume it's short-term. Explain clearly that you have up to three years of work authorization between initial OPT and the STEM extension, which gives them a full hiring and transition runway.
Align your resume keywords with LCA job titles
Employers filing Labor Condition Applications often use titles like Solutions Analyst, Business Systems Analyst, or IT Analyst interchangeably. Matching your resume language to these LCA-approved titles increases your visibility in applicant tracking systems.
Demonstrate cross-functional project experience concretely
Solutions Analyst roles require translating technical requirements into business outcomes. Describe projects where you worked with both engineering and non-technical stakeholders. Quantify the result where possible. This directly addresses what sponsoring employers are evaluating.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Solutions Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. Solutions Analyst positions that require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as information systems, computer science, or business analytics generally meet the specialty occupation standard. The key factor is whether the role requires a degree in a specific discipline, not just any degree. Review the job description carefully and confirm with your DSO if you're unsure.
Can I work as a Solutions Analyst on STEM OPT if my degree is in business analytics?
Business analytics is included on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, so a Solutions Analyst role tied to that degree can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your job duties must be directly related to your degree program. Your DSO will need to verify the connection between your coursework and the role before recommending the extension to USCIS.
How do I find Solutions Analyst jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers actively open to OPT work authorization. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't support your status. Employers listed on Migrate Mate have already indicated willingness to work with OPT candidates, which is the filter that matters most at your stage.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Solutions Analyst role changes significantly after I start?
Your OPT authorization is tied to employment that is directly related to your degree, not to a specific job title. If your responsibilities shift substantially, such as moving from technical analysis to unrelated administrative work, your eligibility could be affected. Notify your DSO if your role changes and document how your duties still connect to your degree field. For STEM OPT specifically, any material change in employment requires an updated training plan.
What should I include in my training plan for a STEM OPT extension as a Solutions Analyst?
Your Form I-983 training plan should describe specific learning goals tied to your degree, such as developing skills in systems analysis, data modeling, or enterprise software implementation. It should identify a supervising mentor, outline how progress will be evaluated, and explain how the role advances your technical knowledge beyond what you gained in school. Generic descriptions are a common reason for STEM OPT extension delays.
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