Market Intelligence Analyst

NextStep•Chicago, IL

4d•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

NextStep is a digital, AI-first career platform dedicated to helping top-performing consultants navigate career transitions. By leveraging a data-driven approach, NextStep matches consulting professionals with high-fit exit opportunities while enabling companies to connect with exceptional talent. The platform is developed in collaboration with Consulting Comedy, the largest consulting-focused community globally, boasting 1M+ subscribers. On behalf of our partner network, we're recruiting a Market Intelligence Analyst in Chicago. As a Market Intelligence Analyst, you'll transform market data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. You will:

Requirements

Previous experience in consulting (MBB, Big 4, or boutique firms)
2-3 years of experience in market intelligence, competitive analysis, or strategy roles
Strong analytical skills with experience synthesizing data from multiple sources
Expertise in market research methodologies and competitive intelligence frameworks
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders at all organizational levels

Responsibilities

Monitor competitors, market trends, and industry shifts that impact the business
Build reports and dashboards that provide leadership with real-time market visibility
Analyze customer data, pricing trends, and market share to identify opportunities and threats
Conduct a win/loss analysis to understand the drivers behind deal outcomes
Brief executives on competitive positioning and emerging market dynamics
Partner with sales, product, and strategy teams to translate insights into action
Establish processes for consistent market intelligence gathering beyond ad-hoc requests
Identify emerging trends before they become widely recognized

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