Job Description - Junior Business Development Analyst (26000197)
Job Description
Junior Business Development Analyst
-
(
26000197
)
The
Jr.
Business
Development
Analyst
will
work
closely
with
his/her
colleagues
in
the
Business
Development
Department (BD) and across the firm’s other operational departments to support the implementation of proactive business and client development initiatives and deliver high-quality analysis to key stakeholders. The position requires intellectual curiosity; the ability to think critically and strategically about a range of topics and issues; and exceptional attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
Assist
in
establishing,
updating
and
monitoring
news
alerts
on
various
clients
and
prospects
through
available
firm
resources
Assist
in
the
collection
of
competitive
data,
market
and
company
research
and
industry
trends
Assist
with
the
collection
and
analysis
of
internal
and
external
data
used
to
identify
potential
business
opportunities
Conduct research on private equity firms, portfolio companies, and industry trends to identify opportunities for the firm’s attorneys
Monitor litigation activity impacting key clients and targets
Track news impacting various industries or practice groups such as economic sanctions, cryptocurrency, and AI
Identify,
analyze
and
synthesize,
information
from
various
sources
in
a
clear,
concise
manner
Work with the
firm’s
Business Intelligence Department to coordinate in-depth research on a range of companies, industries and trends on behalf of BD and the
firm’s
attorneys
Support
the
maintenance
of
various
new
and
existing
prospecting
trackers
and
tools
Develop
strong
familiarity
with
internal
proprietary
CRM,
matter
and
other
internal
systems
to
compliment
external
research
Collaborate with members of BD to obtain an understanding of the firm’s practice areas, strategic priorities, matters, competitors and other factors that could influence the direction of research efforts
Obtain
high
degree
of
understanding
of
select
practices,
clients
and
prospects
in
order
to
be
able
to
proactively
identify and advance actionable information to BD colleagues and attorneys
Performs
other
related
duties
as
assigned
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree, and up to one to two years’ experience in a competitive intelligence/junior analyst or business development role a plus
Strong intellectual curiosity
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent research skills and critical thinking ability
Ability to use discretion and exercise independent, sound judgment
Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships
Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
Willingness to work long hours and weekends, as needed
This is a
hybrid
role which requires in-office attendance in accordance with the schedule set forth by the department. A hybrid schedule is an essential function of this role.
Salary:
$65,000.
Paul, Weiss offers competitive compensation and benefits packages. The firm considers a number of factors when determining compensation, including, but not limited to, education, years of experience, levels of experience, competency levels and other relevant skills and qualifications.
Overtime work is often required, including nights and weekends.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualification required of employees assigned to this job.
Organization
:
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Work Locations
:
1285 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10019-6064
Job Posting
:
Jun 5, 2026, 5:06:02 PM