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Summary

Conducts extensive research on current and potential clients. Analyzes search results, compiles reports and analyzes the firm’s clients, prospects, key industries, competitors and new markets.

Location

This position is remote and can sit in any of our US offices.
 

Responsibilities

 Identifies market trends, industry developments, client movements and other relevant client news in an effort to provide information for the firm’s marketing department and attorney client teams.Conducts extensive research on current and potential clients using electronic, print and web sources to assist in identifying potential areas of cross-selling and opportunities in providing legal services.Analyzes search results, compiles reports and provides a written executive summary. Provides information critical to the firm’s business development and competitive advantage initiatives.Analyzes the firm’s clients, prospects, key industries serviced, and competitors and identifies new markets. Supports client pitches and provides needed information for responding to RFPs.Assists management with developing a highly functioning global competitive intelligence research and business analysis group by contributing ideas, suggestions, and using information and tools not typically found in a law firm.Other duties as assigned.
 

Desired Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff of all levels. Ability to gather, analyze and interpret data. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
 

Minimum Education Level             

Bachelor's Degree in Market Research, Business Analytics, Business, Library Services or related field.
 

Preferred Education Level             

Master's Degree in relevant field.
 

Minimum Years of Experience    

3 years of experience in marketing research or knowledge services.

Must have strong analytical skills to gather, analyze and interpret a variety of data information.

 Knowledge of the legal market and competitors is a plus.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.

Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.

Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.

Foster positive work relationships.

Comply with all firm policies and practices.

Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
 

Work Environment

This position can be remote .

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Accommodation   

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.   

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $70,336-$111,837 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.
 

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). 

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DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.