Consulting Associate (Intellectual Property practice)

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations, and governments. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues.

About the role

CRA’s Intellectual Property practice applies deep expertise in finance, accounting, and economics to the valuation of intellectual property. Patents, trademarks, trade secrets, copyrights, and other intellectual assets are unique, and it takes creativity and intellectual rigor to value these assets objectively. Our expertise is sought by clients in high-stakes litigation, mergers and acquisitions, licensing negotiations, regulatory compliance, and tax matters. Our experience spans industries including software, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer products.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project team with the development of financial, accounting, and economic analyses and valuation models to support case theories using spreadsheets and databases.
• Conduct industry, market, and competitive research to develop an independent fact base.
• Review and summarize client documents and third-party research to identify key information.
• Perform interview-based research with client representatives, government entities, and industry associations.
• Assist in the production and development of research summaries, expert reports, and the presentation of findings.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of analyses.
• Assist with practice development activities (training, recruiting, knowledge management).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Economics, or related analytic discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience (up to 2-4 years with Master's), with prior litigation consulting or valuation experience preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of finance, accounting, and economic methodologies.
• Command of a broad range of research and quantitative analysis skills (including strong Excel skills).
• Curious and analytic thinkers who bring creative approaches to non-standard problems.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.

Benefits

• 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs.
• Technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, and career mentoring.
• Leadership and collaboration opportunities through internal firm development activities.
• Comprehensive total rewards program including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays) and paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
• Commuter benefits.
• In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.

Schedule

Individuals are expected to spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Pay

Annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $126,500. Starting pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.