Strategic Expansion Analyst

Summary:

The Strategic Expansion Analyst supports the Firm’s strategic growth efforts by providing research, analysis, and coordination to facilitate the recruitment of established attorneys and practice groups with portable books of business. This role supports the Director of Strategic Expansion in his work of identifying growth opportunities and presenting them to EBG senior leadership for assessment, follow-up and action. The Analyst plays a key role in logistics and scheduling of meetings, preparing marketing materials related to strategic expansion, and coordinating certain expansion initiatives aimed at increasing the Firm’s attorney population, revenue, and market presence.

Market Intelligence & Research

• Conduct research to identify attorneys and groups of attorneys at other law firms whom EBG senior leadership might wish to recruit to EBG.
• Assist in preparing intelligence reports on market activity to assist in the efforts of Director of Strategic Expansion.

Opportunity Pipeline Coordination

• Help update and maintain materials used for partner recruiting, including Firm overviews, practice summaries, and financial profiles.
• Assist in coordinating communication with attorneys who the Director of Strategic Expansion has recruited to interview at EBG to help ensure smooth and professional candidate experience.
• Support the scheduling and logistics of candidate meetings with Partners, practice leaders, and senior management, including both virtual and in-person discussions.
• Assist in preparing background materials, briefing summaries, and meeting packets for leadership in advance of lateral candidate discussions.
• Support conflict check initiation and pre-hire diligence processes as needed.

Administrative Support

• Provide project support to the Director of Strategic Expansion on various initiatives, as assigned.
• Track and process expenses related to strategic expansion initiatives.

Education & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 2–4 years of experience in a law firm, consulting firm, corporate strategy group, or professional services environment preferred.
• Experience in attorney recruiting, market research, business analytics, or financial analysis preferred.
• Experience presenting data and insights to senior leadership is a strong plus.

Skills Required:

• Strong research and data-analysis skills.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

The expected salary range for this position ranges from $80,000 - $90.000.  It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. 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 Firm factors are also considered. In addition to the base salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.