Analyst, Competitive Intelligence (Business Development)

New York, NY
Full Time
Legal
Experienced

Our client, a top-ranked Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a talented Analyst, Competitive Intelligence to support its business development and research efforts.

This position plays a key role in delivering actionable insights on clients, prospects, competitors, and lateral candidates to stakeholders across the firm’s global offices.

Salary range: $70,000 to $87,000 a year

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct in-depth research on clients, prospects, industries, and competitors using tools such as Lexis, Capital IQ, PitchBook, Mergermarket, Lex Machina, and D&B Hoovers

  • Deliver business and litigation intelligence to support pitches, proposals, and strategic initiatives

  • Prepare detailed biographical and company background reports for client meetings and lateral recruiting

  • Analyze court dockets and legal data to identify trends and support firm positioning

  • Support lateral hiring and business development strategies with market insights and competitive research

  • Maintain CI activity metrics and internal tracking systems

  • Evaluate and recommend new research tools and technologies to improve workflow

  • Provide training on research tools and best practices to business development and marketing teams

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and assist with special projects as needed

  • Occasional overtime may be required

Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong research and analysis skills, especially in legal and business intelligence platforms

  • Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights

  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines

  • Strong client service orientation and ability to work independently

  • Foundational understanding of law firm operations, legal concepts, and marketing strategies

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required (preferred focus in business, law, or research disciplines)

  • Minimum 1+ years of experience in competitive intelligence within a law firm or professional services environment

  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in business development, research, or similar roles

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-level strategic initiatives at a globally recognized law firm. The ideal candidate will be driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about transforming data into strategic insights that support firm growth and positioning.

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