Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst
- Employer
- Ropes & Gray LLP
- Location
- San Francisco
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Sep 05, 2024
- Closes
- Sep 15, 2024
- Practice
- Litigation
- Position
- Trademark Agent
- Contract Type
- Permanent
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 seven years and is ranked on (url removed) International's "A–List" in the U.K.–rankings that honor the "Best of the Best" 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, 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 Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will provide competitive intelligence research and analysis for requests emanating from the Business Development, Practice Development, Client Development and Lateral Partner Recruiting teams including, but not limited to, producing actionable intelligence profiles of individuals, companies, industries, markets, technologies, and competitors using a comprehensive variety of online tools and resources. The Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will be expected to have knowledge and the ability to stay abreast of industry trends, monitor financial data, and articulate opportunities for the firm. The Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst has a direct reporting line to the Senior Manager of Library Operations and Research.
Responsibilities:
Conduct competitive intelligence research on targeted prospect companies, individuals, and industries
Provide 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 industries and customer segments of interest to the firm
Work closely with all areas of Business Development, Practice Development, Client Development and Lateral Partner Recruiting teams firm–wide
Provide regular status reports on competitive intelligence research activities and accomplishments to Senior Manager of Library Operations and Research
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES:
Strong research skills, including legal and business subject areas
Ability to distill complex information into key concepts and actionable intelligence
Knowledge and experience conducting research using external tools, such as PitchBook, Preqin, Capital IQ, Bloomberg Law, Lexis and Westlaw
Excellent interpersonal, presentation and competitive intelligence communication skills
Ability to research and organize data in a concise manner
Commitment to providing high–quality competitive intelligence research service to a large group of demanding users in a fast–paced business environment
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple and tight deadlines
Ability to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment
Qualifications:
MLS desired
Minimum of two years of research experience in a law firm or corporate environment
Proven ability to organize and manage a diverse range of competitive intelligence projects and prioritize multiple tasks
Online research skills and knowledge of online business and legal databases
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 $85,500 – $128,000, which 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.
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 seven years and is ranked on (url removed) International's "A–List" in the U.K.–rankings that honor the "Best of the Best" 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, 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 Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will provide competitive intelligence research and analysis for requests emanating from the Business Development, Practice Development, Client Development and Lateral Partner Recruiting teams including, but not limited to, producing actionable intelligence profiles of individuals, companies, industries, markets, technologies, and competitors using a comprehensive variety of online tools and resources. The Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst will be expected to have knowledge and the ability to stay abreast of industry trends, monitor financial data, and articulate opportunities for the firm. The Competitive Intelligence Research Analyst has a direct reporting line to the Senior Manager of Library Operations and Research.
Responsibilities:
Conduct competitive intelligence research on targeted prospect companies, individuals, and industries
Provide 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 industries and customer segments of interest to the firm
Work closely with all areas of Business Development, Practice Development, Client Development and Lateral Partner Recruiting teams firm–wide
Provide regular status reports on competitive intelligence research activities and accomplishments to Senior Manager of Library Operations and Research
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES:
Strong research skills, including legal and business subject areas
Ability to distill complex information into key concepts and actionable intelligence
Knowledge and experience conducting research using external tools, such as PitchBook, Preqin, Capital IQ, Bloomberg Law, Lexis and Westlaw
Excellent interpersonal, presentation and competitive intelligence communication skills
Ability to research and organize data in a concise manner
Commitment to providing high–quality competitive intelligence research service to a large group of demanding users in a fast–paced business environment
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple and tight deadlines
Ability to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment
Qualifications:
MLS desired
Minimum of two years of research experience in a law firm or corporate environment
Proven ability to organize and manage a diverse range of competitive intelligence projects and prioritize multiple tasks
Online research skills and knowledge of online business and legal databases
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 $85,500 – $128,000, which 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.
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.