Analyst Relations Specialist

Ericsson•Boise, ID

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is a hybrid position within Ericsson's Enterprise Wireless Solutions business area, part of the corporate communications team. It collaborates closely with external communications (PR and AR), product marketing, product management, and various cross-functional groups. The ideal candidate will foster and convey the program's vision, plan ahead, and create objectives aligned with company goals. This role involves taking an existing, successful program to the next level with opportunities for future design and strategy. The position requires someone experienced in maximizing AR program value and executing both outbound and inbound activities.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in an analyst relations role
Experience in the technology field (networking, and/or B2B SaaS strongly preferred)
Demonstrated success in supporting analyst programs to desired outcomes
Deep experience working cross-functionally with product, product marketing, and revenue teams to build consistent, engaging, and meaningful analyst programs
Experience managing or contributing to major analyst programs, such as Forrester Wave, Gartner Magic Quadrants, commissioned research, and similar initiatives
Excellent verbal and writing skills
Self-motivated team player with a demonstrated ability to deliver results
Ability to work effectively with a variety of team members across different functions
Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence
Proven ability to develop and maintain internal and external executive relationships

Nice To Haves

Familiar with Microsoft Teams and Architect

Responsibilities

Support overall Analyst Relations program and drive key initiatives
Identify key analysts within various swim lanes and verticals, focusing on private 5G and Wireless WAN
Organize analyst reports, insights, and actively manage the analyst relationship tool
Create an analyst interaction calendar and execute interactions
Conduct proactive outreach and manage strategic inquiries and briefings to ensure analysts and influencers are familiar with Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions' business initiatives, news, product launches/updates, and market positioning
Develop and manage analyst engagement and reporting calendars to identify potential coverage areas
Attend select industry events and facilitate analyst meetings on-site
Support analyst relations operations, including tracking interactions and documenting Briefings and Inquiries
Collaborate with product management and product marketing teams to fact-check and complete surveys, questionnaires, vendor assessment reports, etc.
Provide strategic value back to product, marketing, and sales organizations by relaying competitive intelligence, insights, and key findings on trends, use cases, and customer needs
Provide recommendations on firms/analysts for marketing partnerships (customer reports, license research, speaking events, etc.)
Secure positive analyst/influencer reviews and quotes for PR and customer success teams
Coach internal stakeholders on best practices for successful analyst interactions and briefings
Negotiate, secure, and manage select analyst vendor relationships

Benefits

Subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution
401(k) plan with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
Company-paid disability benefits
Minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation
Up to 3 personal days per year
11 annual holidays
8 hours of volunteer time
80 hours of sick time annually
Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave
6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Mobile therapy
Volunteer paid time off