Competitive Intelligence Associate

Artisan Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Artisan Partners is seeking an intellectually curious Competitive Intelligence Associate to support Global Distribution by translating industry, product and competitor data into actionable insights. The role combines competitive intelligence, market analysis, product strategy and sales enablement to inform commercial and strategic decision-making.

Salary Range: $100,000-$165,000 with discretionary bonus potential. Base salary will reflect geographic location and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years in asset management or competitive intelligence or related role.
• Strong investment and business judgment; familiarity with benchmarks and investment vehicles.
• Experience with structured and unstructured financial data and research platforms.

Responsibilities

• Monitor industry trends, asset flows, pricing and competitor activity across strategies.
• Analyze Artisan investment strategies relative to peers using market data platforms.
• Develop competitive positioning translating data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Prepare executive and governance reporting for funds and vehicles.
• Contribute to strategic projects on product gaps, pricing and share class strategy.
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Marketing, Legal/Compliance and Data teams.
• Improve CI workflows and ensure responsible use of AI tools with controls.

Skills

Competitive intelligence

Asset management

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Research

Education

CFA designation in progress or completed

Tools

Morningstar Direct

Nasdaq eVestment

Job description

Artisan Partners is seeking an intellectually curious Competitive Intelligence Associate to support Global Distribution by translating industry, product and competitor data into actionable insights. The role combines competitive intelligence, market analysis, product strategy and sales enablement to inform commercial and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Monitor industry trends, asset flows, vehicle adoption, pricing, consultant themes, channel dynamics and competitor activity across public and private market strategies
• Analyze Artisan investment strategies relative to peers using industry databases and third-party research platforms, including Morningstar Direct, Nasdaq eVestment and similar resources
• Develop competitive positioning analyses that translate investment, peer, performance, fee and flow data into actionable insights for senior Distribution and business stakeholders
• Serve as a trusted partner to senior sales professionals by providing concise, commercially relevant market and competitor intelligence
• Prepare and maintain executive, board and governance reporting for mutual funds, UCITS, private funds and other vehicles, ensuring quality, consistency and efficient production
• Contribute to strategic projects evaluating product gaps, vehicle opportunities, launch prioritization, share class strategy, benchmark selection and pricing competitiveness
• Partner with Finance, Investment Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Legal/Compliance and Data teams to provide an objective, data-driven perspective on decisions affecting growth and client experience
• Improve and automate competitive intelligence, research and reporting workflows, including responsible use of approved AI tools while maintaining appropriate controls, human review, confidentiality and compliance standards

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years of relevant experience in asset management, investment research, competitive intelligence, product strategy, consultant relations, distribution analytics or a related financial services role
• Strong investment and business judgment, including familiarity with performance, risk, flows, fees, peer groups, benchmarks and investment vehicles across public and private markets
• Experience working with structured and unstructured financial data, including market data, research, filings, portfolio information and client content
• Experience with Morningstar Direct and/or Nasdaq eVestment is highly desirable
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, writing and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear business implications
• Strong relationship-building skills and confidence engaging senior stakeholders across Sales, Investment Strategy, Finance, Marketing and executive teams
• High intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, sound judgment and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a deadline-driven environment
• Progress toward or completion of the CFA designation is a plus
• Experience with executive materials, product positioning, pricing analysis, consultant databases and/or AI-assisted research and workflow automation is preferred

Salary Range: $100,000-$165,000

Specific placement within the provided range will be determined by an individual’s geographic location as well as relevant experience and skills for the role. Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Associates may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon Firm and individual performance.

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