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Junior Business Development Analyst

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026

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.

Salary : $65,000

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