Market Intelligence Analyst

Sidley Austin LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Market Intelligence Analyst to join the Data & AI team in Chicago. You will deliver market, client, and competitive insights to inform strategy and support business development across the firm.

This role requires strong analytical skills, experience in competitive intelligence, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations for partners and BD teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
• 3 years of relevant experience in competitive intelligence, market research, business research, or related field.
• Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Strong client service orientation and focus on high-quality deliverables.
• Extensive skills with MS Excel and PowerPoint for analyzing and presenting data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis related to clients, prospects, industries, competitors, markets, and emerging legal trends.
• Deliver actionable intelligence to support pitches, RFPs, client meetings, strategic planning, lateral integration, and cross-selling opportunities.
• Monitor legal industry developments, competitor activity, mergers, and market positioning.
• Produce executive-ready briefings, profiles, benchmarking, and industry studies for lawyers and BD leadership.
• Own and streamline Cross-practice Thought Leadership competitive intelligence alerts and analyses using AI tools.
• Develop and deploy improved competitive intelligence processes using AI for Thought Leadership with Market Intelligence Manager.
• Monitor and report on significant deal activity across industries using proprietary databases and AI tools.
• Ensure timely, high-quality deliverables across all research assignments and intelligence products.
• Collaborate with Library, Client Intelligence, Strategic Planning, and other business services teams as needed.
• Build relationships across Marketing & BD and Data & AI teams to identify BD needs and build solutions.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Verbal & written communication

Autonomy

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree (four-year college or university)

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PitchBook

S&P Capital IQ

Bloomberg Law

Mergermarket

Job description

The Market Intelligence Analyst is a key member of the firm's competitive intelligence function, supporting Marketing & Business Development as part of the Data & AI team. This role delivers actionable market, client, and competitive intelligence that informs strategic decision-making, strengthens the firm's market position, and supports business development and client growth. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical, research, and communication skills to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that influence business strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis related to clients, prospects, industries, competitors, markets, and emerging legal trends.
• Deliver actionable intelligence to support pitches, RFPs, client meetings, strategic planning initiatives, lateral integration, and cross-selling opportunities.
• Monitor legal industry developments, including competitor activity, mergers, and market positioning.
• Produce executive-ready briefings, company and individual profiles, benchmarking, and industry/regional studies tailored to lawyers and BD leadership.
• Own and streamline cross practice Thought Leadership competitive intelligence alerts and analyses using AI tools.
• Develop and deploy improved competitive intelligence processes using custom AI solutions for practice specific Thought Leadership in conjunction with the Market Intelligence Manager.
• Monitor and report on significant deal activity across industries using proprietary databases and AI tools.
• Ensure consistent, timely, and high-quality deliverables across all research assignments and intelligence products.
• Collaborate with the Library, Client Intelligence, Strategic Planning, and other business services teams as needed.
• Build relationships across both the Marketing & Business Development and Data & AI teams to identify BD needs and build solutions.

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in competitive intelligence, market research, business research, or a related field
• Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy and personal accountability
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
• Strong client service orientation, consistently producing high-quality work, proactively managing expectations, and identifying opportunities for process improvement
• Extensive skills with MS Excel and PowerPoint for use in analyzing and presenting data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in business, law, library sciences, or related field
• Experience with marketing and/or business development function in a law firm or professional services firm or market intelligence/research agency
• Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders at a law firm
• Experience with PitchBook, S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg Law, Mergermarket, and other market intelligence tools

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure

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The target salary range for this role is:

$73,800 - $94,100 if located in Illinois.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.