Analyst, Intellectual Property Advisory

J.S. Held LLC•Chicago, IL

19h•$90,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Analyst to join our Intellectual Property team. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the Intellectual Property team, whose responsibilities extend beyond those of traditional Analyst. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of the Intellectual Property industry, but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required, engineering or technical background is a plus
Academic success – minimum 3.5 GPA
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent written and oral communication skills
High degree of professionalism, integrity, flexibility
Exceptional analytical skills
Ability to work well in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Progress towards relevant certifications is a plus, such as CFA, CPA, ASA, etc.
Experience in intellectual property valuation, damages analysis, or transaction advisory
Progress toward or completion of CFA, CPA, or other relevant certifications

Responsibilities

Perform and synthesize in-depth industry, technology, and company-specific research
Review, organize, analyze, and summarize financial, marketing, and other documents produced by clients
Build detailed financial models (i.e., discount cash flow, comparable market/transaction, weighted average costs of capital)
Develop and communicate clear takeaways from such information with consideration for qualitative and quantitative factors
Write detailed, persuasive reports and prepare PowerPoint presentations
Communicate effectively with an array of team members, including senior leaders and clients, in a structured and thoughtful manner
Successfully manage working on multiple concurrent, often vastly different, engagements