Strategy Analyst

Legence • Minneapolis, MN

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

Legence is seeking a Strategy Analyst to join its Growth team and play a pivotal role in shaping the company's strategic direction during an exciting phase of expansion. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and high-growth market dynamics within a newly public company backed by a leading alternative asset manager. The Strategy Analyst will work directly with the VP of Growth and cross-functional leaders to identify market opportunities, analyze competitive landscapes, drive strategic initiatives, and inform critical business decisions to accelerate Legence's mission to transform the built environment.

Requirements

• Proximity to a Legence office is preferable
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related field
• 1-2 years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or high-growth startup environments
• Strong knowledge of AI technologies, Large Language Models (LLMs), and prompt engineering techniques
• Demonstrated experience applying AI/LLM tools to enhance analytical workflows, automate research, or drive strategic insights
• Exceptional analytical skills with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides, and data visualization tools
• Strong financial modeling and quantitative analysis capabilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to executive audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter mentality with intellectual curiosity and a bias toward action

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field
• Advanced experience with generative AI platforms (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) and AI-powered analytical tools
• Experience building custom GPTs, AI agents, or automation workflows using LLM APIs
• Experience in the construction, engineering, sustainability, or energy sectors
• Familiarity with MEP systems, building performance, or mission-critical facilities
• Knowledge of ESG frameworks, carbon accounting, and sustainability reporting
• Experience with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar analytical tools
• Prior experience at a recently public or high-growth company
• Understanding of private equity portfolio company dynamics

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis across our key verticals (data centers, life sciences, healthcare, education, semiconductor, biopharma)
• Identify emerging trends in sustainability, energy efficiency, and building performance that create growth opportunities
• Analyze industry regulations, policy changes (e.g., IRA incentives, climate mandates), and their implications for our business strategy
• Build financial models and business cases to evaluate new market entry, M&A opportunities, and organic growth initiatives
• Support the development and refinement of our go-to-market strategies across different customer segments
• Analyze win/loss data and customer feedback to identify patterns and strategic insights
• Develop competitive intelligence frameworks and maintain ongoing competitor tracking
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to translate strategic insights into actionable growth initiatives
• Lead cross-functional strategic projects from conception through execution
• Develop presentations and executive briefings for senior leadership and board meetings
• Track and report on key growth metrics, KPIs, and strategic initiative progress
• Support the integration of recent acquisitions and identify operational synergies
• Build dashboards and analytical frameworks to monitor business performance and market dynamics
• Synthesize complex data from multiple sources into clear, actionable recommendations
• Develop scenario analyses and sensitivity models to support strategic planning
• Partner with finance, operations, and business unit leaders to drive data-informed strategies
• Leverage AI and LLM tools to accelerate research, automate analysis, and uncover insights from large datasets
• Design and implement prompt engineering workflows to enhance team productivity and analytical capabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level