Competitive Intelligence Analyst
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Job Description
About Us
Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and nearly 750 attorneys providing comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world. The firm’s professionals are known for their expertise across a spectrum of industries and are committed to pro bono work. Founded in 1946, Blank Rome’s culture is focused on top-level client service and is rooted in diversity and inclusion.
Job Overview
The Competitive Intelligence Analyst will provide firm lawyers and other business professionals with company, competitor, and market information and analysis to aid in new business development and strategic goals.
• This is a remote position, but candidates must reside in a state where Blank Rome has a physical office. Hybrid or in-office candidates must live within commuting distance of a Blank Rome office.
• Reports to the Manager of Competitive Intelligence and Research Services.
Essential Functions
• Prepare and present research and competitive intelligence on key clients, prospects, competitors, industries, and trends.
• Monitor alerts and news activity to proactively support industry and client initiatives.
• Connect data from the firm’s intranet and experience databases with external market developments to identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with other team members for complex requests and with other firmwide administrative departments.
• Provide backup support to the Research Services team with general, legal, and company research.
• Work closely with practice groups and industry teams to build expertise and foster strong collaborative working relationships.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
• Work additional hours as needed.
Skills/Qualifications
• 5+ years of competitive intelligence experience in a corporate or legal environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; MSLIS or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of legal and business databases such as Lexis, Westlaw, ALM Law.com Compass, Bloomberg Law, Courthouse News, D&B Hoovers, FitchConnect, Intelligize, LexMachina, Leopard Solutions, MergerMarket, NewsDesk, Pitchbook, S&P Capital IQ, TLOxp, and Zoominfo.
• Demonstrated strong research and writing skills, including critical thinking, cost-effective research, data summarization, and clear communication.
• Willingness to learn and stay current on research methods.
• Ability to work independently and balance competing deadlines.
• Highly communicative team player with strong attention to detail.
• Effectively anticipate, monitor, and meet the needs of internal and/or external clients.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
