Strategic Intelligence Analyst – Legal & Market Insights

Dechert LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dechert LLP in Boston is seeking a Competitive Intelligence Analyst to research and deliver reports on current and prospective clients, industries, and regions. The CI Analyst will use databases to collect data, synthesize insights, and inform legal and business development strategies.

Minimum five years in a research-focused role, preferably in a law firm; Bachelor's degree required, MBA/JD/MS LIS preferred.

Qualifications

• Five years in a research-focused role, preferably in a law firm.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Experience in litigation, competitive intelligence, and financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on companies, industries, and competitors.
• Analyze large data sets and synthesize actionable insights.
• Support client meetings, pitches, and RFPs with intelligence.
• Track trends to inform business development strategies.
• Produce tailored reports using various databases.
• Interact effectively with colleagues at all levels.

Skills

Legal research

Business development

Writing skills

Communication

Internet research

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Data synthesis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

LexisNexis

Factiva

Capital IQ

Bloomberg Law

Pitchbook

Mergermarket

ALM Research Online

Job description

Dechert LLP in Boston is seeking a Competitive Intelligence Analyst to research and deliver reports on current and prospective clients, industries, and regions. The CI Analyst will use databases to collect data, synthesize insights, and inform legal and business development strategies.

Minimum five years in a research-focused role, preferably in a law firm; Bachelor's degree required, MBA/JD/MS LIS preferred.