Analyst Relations Manager

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions (EWS) enables organizations to connect, secure, and operate distributed environments through a portfolio spanning Wireless WAN, Private 5G, enterprise edge capabilities, and cloud-based management solutions. This role sits within one of Ericsson’s key Business Areas, Enterprise Wireless Solutions (EWS), and its part of the EWS communications team. The role serves as a key subject matter expert for EWS’ analyst relations program, and is a liaison and strategic advisor between EWS stakeholders and Ericsson's Global Analyst Relations (AR) organization. Working closely with Communications, Product Marketing, Product Management, Sales, and Global AR, the EWS Analyst Relations Manager helps shape analyst engagement strategy, analyst presented content, coordinates participation in key industry evaluations, and ensures analyst insights are translated into actionable recommendations that support business growth, product strategy, marketing, and communications objectives.

Responsibilities

Partner with Ericsson's Global Analyst Relations team to coordinate analyst engagement strategies, relationship management activities, briefings, inquiries, evaluations, and analyst programs on behalf of EWS; Help develop annual analyst engagement plans aligned with business priorities, launches, messaging, and strategic initiatives; Identify key analysts, firms and influencers relevant to EWS priorities in enterprise networking, to support a portfolio made up of Wireless WAN (Ericsson Cradlepoint routers), private 5G, neutral host networks, and related elements that support not just the solutions, but overarching business strategy; Execute verticalized analyst planning as needed/consistent with company objectives/strategy; Support planning and execution of analyst engagement calendars, ensuring alignment across Communications, Product Marketing, Product Management, and Sales; Plan and lead analyst engagements around key product launches and company news; Lead and/or support keystone Analyst Days and analyst-attended events; Coordinate EWS participation in industry evaluations, including Gartner Magic Quadrants, Gartner Market Guides, Forrester Waves, IDC assessments, Omdia research, and other analyst assessments; Partner with Product Marketing and Product Management to complete analyst surveys, questionnaires, RFIs, vendor assessments, and related submissions; Support commissioned research, analyst consulting engagements, and strategic analyst initiatives; Gather, synthesize, and communicate analyst feedback, market trends, competitive intelligence, and industry insights to relevant business stakeholders; Translate analyst observations into actionable recommendations for Product, Marketing, Communications, and Sales teams; Help identify opportunities to leverage analyst research, endorsements, findings, and market validation across marketing, communications, sales enablement, and thought leadership activities; Support executive preparation for analyst engagements, briefings, inquiries, Analyst Day, and strategic analyst interactions; Coach internal stakeholders on analyst engagement best practices and effective briefing participation; Collaborate with Product Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent positioning, messaging, and narrative development across analyst interactions; Support analyst-related activities associated with launches, announcements, major events, and strategic initiatives; Maintain analyst engagement records, calendars, activity tracking, and reporting; Support analyst relations budget tracking, vendor management, contracts, and relationship administration; Attend select industry events and facilitate analyst meetings as needed

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in Analyst Relations, Product Marketing, Communications, or a related strategic marketing function; must have some specific Analyst Relations experience/understanding; Experience supporting analyst engagement programs and industry evaluations; Strong project management and stakeholder management skills; Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally across Product, Marketing, Communications, Sales, and executive teams; Ability to synthesize complex information and translate insights into clear business recommendations; Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence; Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; Ability to travel up to 15% for key events, analyst meetings, and industry conferences

Nice to have

At least 3 years specifically in analyst relations; Preferred experience in enterprise technology, networking, telecommunications, cloud, SaaS, or related industries; Experience supporting Gartner Magic Quadrants, IDC assessments, commissioned research, or comparable programs; Familiarity with Wireless WAN (enterprise-grade routers and supporting software platforms), private 5G, general enterprise networking, or related technologies; Experience supporting analyst events, executive engagements, or thought leadership programs; Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, Co-pilot and Architect; Experience working in a matrixed global organization

Benefits

Annual bonus opportunity via Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan; Subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including low-deductible Point of Service Plan and qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with generous company-provided HSA contribution; 401(k) plan with 4% company match and immediate vesting; Company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; Company-paid disability benefits; Minimum 15 days accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours volunteer time, and 80 hours sick time annually; Up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave and 6 weeks parental or adoption leave at 100% pay; Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off