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WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As the premier consulting partner for the private equity industry, Bain's Private Equity Group (PEG) boasts a global practice that is over three times larger than any competitor. Our network of over 1,000 professionals supports private equity and institutional investor clients through every stage of the investment life cycle, from deal generation and due diligence to portfolio value creation and exit planning.
The PEG Innovation team's mission is to create analytical solutions for Bain clients, teams, and the broader institutional investor space using proprietary software and data products. This includes the development, commercialization, and daily management of Bain's proprietary datasets, data, and software businesses.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Bain & Company is developing a suite of cutting-edge data and software solutions designed to revolutionize how the private equity industry uses data for investment insights and decision-making. The Analyst, Product Management is a member of the PEG Innovation Team (PIT) team whose mission is to drive better and faster results for Bain consultants and clients through digital products that are embedded in Bain's consulting solutions. The PEG Innovation Team partners closely with PEG LT, Industry and Capability Practices and PIT's Engineering team to bring Bain's IP to life through the development and growth of tools, technologies, services, and support capabilities. In this role, the Analyst understands how software fits into the consulting strategy and supports the product team and the Practice by contributing to product outcomes that drive commercial objectives. The Analyst may also contribute to projects and support broader initiatives.
Essential Functions
Discovery and Delivery Execution (50%)
• As an active member of the development team, contribute to the development and execution of backlog by researching and creating user stories, defining requirements and acceptance criteria, testing new product ideas, bug fixes and enhancements, and communicating key information about product releases
• Support the product by answering questions from users, customer success, etc. and troubleshoot issues, attempting to find the root cause and escalating when required
Product Strategy, Planning and Operations (25%)
• Understand the broader PIT and Bain vision, relevant consulting solution(s) and software-enabled consulting strategy
• Understand the PEG business model, workstream structure, critical value levers, and gaps in delivery value or speed across the deal cycle
• Understand the product strategy, roadmap, product priorities, and OKRs to support the development team and effectively contribute to product recommendations and decisions
Product Mindset and Customer Insights (15%)
• Learn product management and software development best practices
• Develop user knowledge and empathy, understanding their problems, pain points and outcomes
• Track, analyze and organize key metrics and user feedback, summarizing findings for the lead PM, development team and business stakeholders
Collaboration (10%)
• Collaborate closely with internal and external cross-functional team members (including PIT designers, engineers, QA, analytics and client-facing teams) to continuously deliver value throughout agile development processes
• Participate in departmental and organizational initiatives
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone who has:
• Experience working on software products in a support role, as a business/data analyst, or in an entry-level product role
• Ideal: Experience within traditional or alternative financial investment organizations or working on products inside a professional services company (e.g. consulting)
Education
• Associate's/Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Essential skills
• Proficient problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Proficient time management and organization skills
• Proficient written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated passion for learning and curiosity
• Has foundational data skills and/or technical acumen
• Practical experience in gathering and interpreting user needs
• Some experience with defining, documenting and validating requirements
• Quickly grasps new requirements, technologies, tools and concepts
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a passion for understanding and addressing customer needs
• Demonstrated basic presentation and storytelling skills
• Proficient with data and demonstrated technical acumen
U.S. Compensation Information
Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service and Bain’s best in class benefits package (details listed below).
Some local governments in the United States require a good-faith, reasonable salary range be included in job postings for open roles. The estimated annualized compensation for this role is as follows:
In Chicago, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time base salary range for this role is between $90,000-$109,000; placement within this range will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certifications, training and skill level
For all other locations, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time salary range for this role is commensurate with competitive geographic market rates for this role and will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certifications, training and skill level
Annual discretionary performance bonus
This role may also be eligible for other elements of discretionary compensation
4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date
Bain & Company's comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to help employees achieve personal independence, protection and stability in the areas most important to you and your family.
Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck
Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays
Fully vested 401(k) company contribution
Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
Annual fitness reimbursements