Coordinator, Business Intelligence

Position Summary

The Business Intelligence team supports the firm across a broad spectrum of activities in support of new business and client relationship-building and strategic management decision making. The team’s functions include detailed client and market intelligence; strategic analysis of industry, market, and geopolitical trends; predictive analytics to identify new business opportunities; and competitive intelligence.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct research on companies, industries, markets, and clients to support business development initiatives and strategic planning, and assist in preparing research summaries and target reports for Business Development professionals and attorneys.

• Monitor news and market developments affecting clients, prospects, competitors, and key sectors, and help compile, produce, and maintain the team’s internal newsletters and news alerts for attorneys and Business Development professionals.

• Serve as a key resource for CRM and LinkedIn data, identifying relevant relationships, client connections, and prior matters, and reviewing and updating contact records as necessary.

• Collaborate with the Business Development team and other Business Services groups to update, refine, and enhance the quality and completeness of internal data in support of firm strategy and business development initiatives.

• Assist with recurring and ad hoc data pulls, data validation, and data organization to support Power BI dashboards and reporting needs.

• Aid in the creation of spreadsheets, charts, tables, and presentation materials to support the analysis and presentation of information to Business Development leadership and other firm stakeholders.

• Collaborate with internal teams to compile biographical materials and “look books” on clients, prospects, and industry peers for attorneys in advance of conferences, meetings, and other business development opportunities.

• Support competitive intelligence on peer firms by compiling and organizing information from company and law firm websites and external research tools, such as Leopard, ALM Law.com Compass, and Chambers.

• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes for research, data maintenance, and reporting, and help execute improvements to related workflows.

• Special projects and other duties, as assigned by the Senior Manager.

Qualifications/Position Requirements

• Skilled in use of Microsoft Excel (including data organization, charts, and pivot tables) and PowerPoint

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather information from a variety of sources and help synthesize it into clear, objective, and actionable insights

• Familiarity with, or a strong interest in learning, CRM systems, legal directories and market databases (e.g., Leopard, ALM Law.com Compass, Chambers), and other research and reporting tools

• Interest in the legal industry and the business environment affecting the firm’s clients and the firm’s competitive position

• Superb attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent time-management skills, with a proactive approach to anticipating obstacles

• Passion for client services and collaboration with other business services departments

• Knowledgeable about the legal industry and keen interest in researching and improving data and leveraging technology to increase efficiencies and improve internal processes

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree

• 2-3 years of experience working in a professional services environment preferred

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 - $80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.