Analyst Relations Director

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$184K/yr – $276K/yrDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the analyst narrative and program to shape coverage, drive credible positioning, and influence ratings cycles across major firms, with executive prep and cross functional alignment.

Analyst Ownership narrative: build a credible storyline aligned to commercial goals and growth priorities.
Influence coverage: proactively engage top firms like Gartner, Forrester, IDC to shape perception and opportunities, and actively monitor research.
ratings cycles cycles: lead the firm's response to MQ, Wave, MarketScape and PEAK Matrix while prepping senior leaders for briefings.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own the analyst narrative: develop and continuously evolve a clear, credible analyst storyline aligned with Grant Thornton Advisors' commercial strategy, roadmap and growth priorities
Proactively engage top-tier analysts: build and maintain strong relationships with key global analysts across firms such as Gartner, Forrester, IDC, Everest Group, TBR and specialist industry analysts, actively shaping coverage rather than responding to it
Influence perception and positioning: monitor analyst research, reports and commentary. Identify opportunities to correct misconceptions, strengthen positioning and elevate differentiation versus competitors
Lead the firm's response to ratings cycles: Magic Quadrant, Forrester Wave, IDC MarketScape and Everest PEAK Matrix
Advise senior leaders: prepare executives for analyst interactions, including message framing, Q&A and positioning around sensitive or emerging topics
Partner cross-functionally: act as a connector across Service Line Marketing, Communications, Technology and the wider business, ensuring consistency between analyst, media and investor narratives
Identify opportunities where analyst commentary supports pursuits and priority deals
Design and manage analyst advocacy programs, including participation in firm events and advisory boards
Set KPIs for analyst relations effectiveness and report regularly to the CMO and firm leadership
Manage the analyst relations budget, subscriptions and agency relationships to maximize commercial impact

Requirements

Significant hands-on Analyst Relations experience, including direct ownership of relationships with firms such as Gartner, Forrester, IDC, Everest Group or TBR.
Proven experience leading or materially supporting formal analyst evaluations, including Gartner Magic Quadrants, Forrester Waves, IDC MarketScapes or Everest PEAK Matrix assessments.
Experience building, leading or owning an Analyst Relations program within a technology, professional services, consulting or business advisory environment.
Demonstrated ability to influence analyst coverage, positioning or evaluation outcomes.
Experience preparing and advising senior executives for analyst briefings and interactions.