Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Wilson Sonsini is a legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide, with approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices (13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe). The Competitive Intelligence (CI) team is the firm's early-warning system and strategic compass, turning market noise into actionable insight for partners and firm leadership. The Competitive Intelligence Analyst will work as a member of the firmwide Research & Information Services team, reporting to the Senior Research & Information Manager and working closely with the existing CI team, collaborating with Business Development, Pitch & Proposals, Recruiting, Client Services, and the firm's C-Suite. This position is eligible for a hybrid, virtual or in-office work schedule. The primary location is Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. Actual base pay depends on factors including qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location.

Responsibilities

Under general direction, conduct in-depth research and analysis of key companies, sectors, industries, technologies, market segments, and competitors to uncover key, actionable information; Communicate insightful and actionable intelligence to support strategic decision making to drive business development, profitability, growth, client retention and other business opportunities; Identify and monitor trends and key clients to aid client development efforts for all practice groups and cross-disciplinary sector teams; Stay abreast of trends and technologies in the legal industry; Track research requests to demonstrate ROI, firm trends, and patterns; Contribute to process improvements and help define best practices for the Competitive Intelligence function; Take part in the implementation of products and services where CI is a component or CI skills and data skills are relevant; Participate in testing and evaluating emerging research tools and legal technologies

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Business, or a related field preferred; 2+ years in a research-focused role, ideally in business intelligence or legal research; Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize large data sets into clear, concise written summaries; Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, including the ability to follow complex instructions; Ability to manage multiple deadlines, adapt, and reprioritize in a fast-paced environment; Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including experience producing polished presentations; Service-oriented, professional, and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with staff at all levels

Nice to have

Experience at an AmLaw 100 firm, financial services, or professional services organization; Experience with research tools such as CapIQ, Bloomberg Law, Westlaw, Lexis, PitchBook, and CB Insights; Experience with generative AI, LLMs, or legal tech platforms; Experience with CRM and experience management systems such as Introhive, Salesforce, or Foundation; Intermediate Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, charting); Power Query or macros a plus; Basic knowledge of financial datasets and investor reports; Familiarity with legal concepts and terminology

Benefits

Discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance; Highly competitive salary and benefits package