Senior Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst

About the position

The Senior Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will provide advanced competitive intelligence research and analysis for requests emanating from the Business Development, Marketing, Practice Development, and Lateral Partner Recruiting teams, including, but not limited to in-depth research and analysis of companies, industries, markets, technologies, and competitors using a comprehensive variety of online tools and resources. The Senior Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will formulate, develop, and communicate insightful and actionable intelligence to aid strategic decision-making to drive business development, profitability, growth, client retention and other related business opportunities. The Senior Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will be expected to have in-depth knowledge and the ability to stay abreast of industry trends, monitor financial data, and articulate opportunities for the firm. The Senior Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst has a direct reporting line to the Senior Manager of Library Operations and Research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct competitive intelligence, business strategy and business development research on targeted prospect companies, individuals, and industries
• Provide deep level of analysis of research findings and synthesize key points in concise and compelling competitive intelligence work product deliverables
• Provide proactive monitoring and alerting using a variety of sources to identify potential prospects and trends in various industry verticals and customer segments of interest to the firm
• Work closely with all areas of Business Development, Marketing, Practice Development, and Lateral Partner Recruiting teams
• Provide regular status reports on competitive intelligence research activities and accomplishments to management

Requirements

• MLS or MBA required; higher educational degree(s) considered such as a JD
• Minimum of five years of substantive research experience in a law firm or corporate environment focusing on competitive intelligence and analysis
• Strong written communication skills coupled with the ability to analyze and present complex information
• Proven ability to organize and manage a diverse range of competitive intelligence projects and prioritize multiple tasks
• Demonstrated experience in developing, organizing and distributing appropriate competitive intelligence content to key stakeholders

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of foreign language(s) desired

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Personal and professional development
• Career growth opportunities
• Collegial and supportive culture
• Discretionary bonus based on performance