Senior Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst
Apply NowCompany: Ropes & Gray
Location: San Francisco, CA 94112
Description:
About Ropes & Gray
Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm. The firm has been ranked in the top three on The American Lawyer's prestigious A-List for eight consecutive years and #1 on Law.com's UK A-List twice in the past three years-rankings that honor the "best of the best" law firms.
The firm has approximately 2,500 lawyers and professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology, and government in Boston, Chicago, Dublin, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Tokyo and Washington, D.C.
The firm has consistently been recognized for its leading practices in many areas, including asset management, private equity, M&A, finance, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.
Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer.
Overview
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
Capabilities
Clear understanding of the differences between information, research, and actionable intelligence
Strong analytical skills, including quantitative, logical, content and other analytical frameworks
Ability to distill complex information into key concepts and actionable intelligence
Deep knowledge and high curiosity about large law firms' typical client industries, legal services provided by top-tier law firms and legal services competitors, as well as emerging trends and the challenges of the legal services industry
Knowledge and experience conducting research using external tools, such as PitchBook, Preqin, Capital IQ, Bloomberg Law, Companies House Direct, DealPoint Data, Law360
Commitment to providing high-quality competitive intelligence research service to a large group of demanding users in a fast-paced business environment
Excellent problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Ability to assimilate into existing teams
Qualifications
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
Knowledge of foreign language(s) desired
Compensation and Total Rewards Package
Ropes & Gray is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our business support team members. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.
Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles & Washington, D.C.: $107,100 - $163,350
New York: $112,200 - $171,150
San Francisco & Silicon Valley: $117,300 - $178,950
Working Conditions
This position requires hybrid on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Consistent and predictable on-site presence is required for ongoing business continuity, professional development and effective collaboration with colleagues and management.
Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm. The firm has been ranked in the top three on The American Lawyer's prestigious A-List for eight consecutive years and #1 on Law.com's UK A-List twice in the past three years-rankings that honor the "best of the best" law firms.
The firm has approximately 2,500 lawyers and professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology, and government in Boston, Chicago, Dublin, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Tokyo and Washington, D.C.
The firm has consistently been recognized for its leading practices in many areas, including asset management, private equity, M&A, finance, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.
Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer.
Overview
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
Capabilities
Clear understanding of the differences between information, research, and actionable intelligence
Strong analytical skills, including quantitative, logical, content and other analytical frameworks
Ability to distill complex information into key concepts and actionable intelligence
Deep knowledge and high curiosity about large law firms' typical client industries, legal services provided by top-tier law firms and legal services competitors, as well as emerging trends and the challenges of the legal services industry
Knowledge and experience conducting research using external tools, such as PitchBook, Preqin, Capital IQ, Bloomberg Law, Companies House Direct, DealPoint Data, Law360
Commitment to providing high-quality competitive intelligence research service to a large group of demanding users in a fast-paced business environment
Excellent problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Ability to assimilate into existing teams
Qualifications
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
Knowledge of foreign language(s) desired
Compensation and Total Rewards Package
Ropes & Gray is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to our business support team members. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below and represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.
Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles & Washington, D.C.: $107,100 - $163,350
New York: $112,200 - $171,150
San Francisco & Silicon Valley: $117,300 - $178,950
Working Conditions
This position requires hybrid on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Consistent and predictable on-site presence is required for ongoing business continuity, professional development and effective collaboration with colleagues and management.