Competitive Intelligence Manager – Market Research
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
COMPENSATION: Competitive base salary up to $150K, bonus structure, Medical and Dental Coverage; Paid Time Off; great 401K match; desirable location in Manhattan, rated top law firm to work for, onsite cafeteria, excellent firm culture and perks, plus more!
SUMMARY: Seeking a highly motivated Competitive Intelligence Manager to oversee initiatives and team members. This role will collaborate closely with leadership, senior attorneys and other administrative staff to identify high-value projects and opportunities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage operations for the BI group in the Chicago office
- Serve as subject matter expert regarding peer firms and strategic direction
- Collaborate with the BI Associate Director on professional development matters and projects
- Maintain awareness of industry trends and best practices
- Ensure BI team meets and/or exceeds data standards
- Lead research projects across practices for the Chicago office
- Monitor alerts and news flow to support BI team initiatives
- Assist with marketing initiatives
- Conduct research on key stakeholders to engage with to maximize strategic communication between event participants and law firm partners / executives
- Report key marketing and BI metrics; identify efficiencies and areas of improvement
- Perform competitive intelligence research and leverage legal and technology best practices to recommend and facilitate innovative solutions and redefine existing solutions as needed
- Assist with management of project and department budget
REQUIREMENTS:
- 7+ years of experience in a law firm, finance-related or professional services environment
- Bachelor's degree required
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Working knowledge of Adobe and SharePoint
- Able to prioritize, organize and meet multiple projects deadlines at one time
- Motivated, energetic and persuasive
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrates good judgment in communication
- Excellent customer service orientation and listening skills
- Works well under pressure and in a collaborative environment
- Analytical thinker and problem solver
