As of recent data, the number of jobs available in the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) sector varies depending on the scope considered (direct vs. indirect employment) and geography, but here are the key figures:

• In the United States, approximately 326,000 specialized jobs exist directly within the REIT industry, with an additional 3.4 million jobs indirectly related to REITs

• Employment in the US REIT sector was about 196,596 people in 2024 and is projected to grow to around 203,766 in 2025

• At any given time, there are generally about 1,000 to 2,000 open positions available in the REIT job market, reflecting ongoing hiring opportunities

• Globally, estimates suggest roughly 200,000 jobs are available in REITs as of mid-2023, with fluctuations based on market conditions

• In the UK, there are over 100 REITs with significant property investments, and the broader real estate sector supports over 1 million jobs, though REIT-specific job numbers are smaller

Overall, the REIT industry is a significant employer with hundreds of thousands of direct jobs and millions more indirectly supported, offering diverse career opportunities in asset management, financial analysis, property management, and corporate roles

Summary

• Direct REIT jobs in the US: ~326,000
• Indirect jobs related to REITs in the US: ~3.4 million
• Employment in US REITs (2024): ~196,596; projected 2025: ~203,766
• Typical job openings at any time: 1,000–2,000
• Global REIT jobs (2023 estimate): ~200,000
• UK REITs: 100+ REITs, broader real estate sector >1 million jobs

These figures indicate a robust and growing job market within real estate investment trusts