Analyst, Competitive Intelligence

New York City, NY
Full Time
Legal
Experienced

Our client, a prestigious Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Competitive Intelligence Analyst to support strategic business development and research initiatives. This role is based in New York City with a hybrid schedule and provides the opportunity to deliver high-impact insights to firm leadership and attorneys across global offices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct detailed research and analysis on companies, markets, and individuals using tools such as Lexis, Capital IQ, PitchBook, Mergermarket, Lex Machina, and D&B Hoovers
  • Prepare customized business and litigation intelligence for client pitches, RFPs, and strategic planning
  • Create executive and company backgrounders for client meetings and lateral recruiting efforts
  • Analyze court dockets and litigation data to identify trends and support firm positioning
  • Provide competitor and market insights to support lateral hiring and business development strategy
  • Track CI activities and report on outcomes and trends using internal tracking tools
  • Recommend and assess new research tools and technologies
  • Train BD and marketing professionals on research resources and best practices
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with departments including marketing, lateral recruiting, and practice groups
  • Support ad hoc research projects and assist with additional tasks, including occasional overtime

Skills & Proficiencies:

  • Proficient in business and legal research tools and databases
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to synthesize complex data
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Highly organized; able to manage multiple projects with attention to deadlines and detail
  • Strong client service orientation; works well independently and in team settings
  • Familiarity with law firm operations, legal terminology, and marketing concepts

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required (preferred majors include Business, Law, or Library/Information Science)
  • At least 1 year of experience in a competitive intelligence or research role within a legal or professional services environment
  • 3+ years of experience in business development, research, or a related field in a law firm or similar professional services firm

Additional Requirements:

  • Only candidates with professional services (legal preferred) backgrounds will be considered
  • Candidates with frequent job changes or primarily contract/temporary work will not be considered
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