Analyst, Competitive Intelligence
About The Position
Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth. Job Title Analyst, Competitive Intelligence Location New York Regular/Temporary Regular Job Description Summary We have an opening for an Analyst, Competitive Intelligence. The Analyst, Competitive Intelligence supports Paul Hastings' global business development and strategic growth initiatives by delivering actionable research and competitive intelligence. The role identifies new business opportunities, supports client pitches, and monitors market, target, and competitor activity to inform strategic decision-making. Successful candidates demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and creativity, while taking ownership of their work, proactively identifying opportunities to add value, and working effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative, results-driven team.
Requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate Excel capabilities including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data visualization tools
- Highly analytical with strong critical-thinking skills; adept at transforming complex data sets into clear, actionable insights
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, enabling effective communication and collaboration across teams and stakeholders
- Team-oriented professional with a client-focused mindset, consistently demonstrating professionalism and a collaborative spirit
- Inquisitive, with a talent for connecting dots and synthesizing diverse information into cohesive narratives
- Organized, with a proven ability to juggle multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, enabling effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree required (emphasis in research, law or business preferred)
- At least 3 years of research or business development experience (professional services industry experience preferred)
Responsibilities
- Perform in-depth market and competitive research on key companies, individuals, and industry sectors to support strategic growth initiatives
- Deliver insightful, actionable analysis by distilling complex research into clear, actionable intelligence reports and summaries
- Actively track industry movements and emerging trends across multiple sectors to surface new business opportunities and strategic leads
- Research and prepare biographical information on potential clients
- Leverage advanced research platforms—such as Lexis, Capital IQ, Lex Machina, PitchBook, and Bloomberg Law—to deliver accurate, data-driven insights
- Collaborate cross-functionally with business development and marketing, attorneys, research services and other key stakeholders to support practice initiatives and strategic projects
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life/AD&D
- Long Term Care
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
- 10 Paid Holidays per year
- generous PTO Program
- Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
- Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
- Retirement Plan Consulting
- Anniversary Bonus Program
- Professional Development Programs
- Transportation and Commuter Benefits
- International Travel Insurance
- Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
- Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Insurance
- Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
