Analyst, Competitive Intelligence

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients' needs take us. As one of the world's leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for an Analyst, Competitive Intelligence in our New York office.

The Analyst, Competitive Intelligence supports the production of competitive intelligence ("CI") and business development research and analysis for the firm. In this capacity, the Analyst, Competitive Intelligence assists in providing business development professionals and key firm stakeholders actionable intelligence on clients, prospects, lateral talent, and competitors. This role requires a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with multiple stakeholders.

In this capacity, the Analyst, Competitive Intelligence will:

• Provide support for the successful execution of CI and business development research and analysis requests from across the Americas, Asia, and Europe;
• Compile business and news research on current and potential clients using tools such as Lexis, Capital IQ, Lex Machina, Pitchbook, merger market, D&B Hoovers/One Source;
• Research and prepare biographical info on current and potential clients and lateral talent;
• Conduct initial investigative research for potential litigation matters and transactions;
• Analyze court dockets for data used in pitches and proposals;
• Conduct initial evaluations of new research tools, technologies, and offerings for use in CI research;
• Supports business development and lateral recruiting efforts through competitive analysis and review of business and industry trends;
• Maintain metrics on completed CI projects for monthly and annual reports;
• Provide team member training on CI and business development research tools and resources;
• Participate in Business Development & Marketing departmental cross-training;
• Work overtime as required; and
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment;
• Ability to organize, analyze and share large amounts of data clearly with stakeholders;
• Advanced research skills and proficiency in legal and business research resources and databases employed by global law firms;
• Advanced communication, writing and proofreading skills;
• Fundamental knowledge of marketing principles, procedures, concepts and practical applications;
• Fundamental knowledge of the needs and expectations of law firm operations and corporate legal clients in order to function at a strategic level;
• Fundamental knowledge of legal concepts;
• Highly resourceful team player, with the ability to drive results with minimal direction; and
• Strong client service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (emphasis in research, law or business preferred); MLS/MLIS, JD or MBA (preferred);
• 3 years of Competitive Intelligence experience (professional services industry experience) (preferred); and
• 2 year of business development-related experience in a professional services or legal environment (preferred).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

The salary wage range that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $69,600 and a maximum of $87,100 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm's comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

The Firm has a range of diversity initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women's Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm more inclusive. Learn more about our Global Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness Initiatives here.

Paul Hastings LLP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.