Analyst Relations Director

TL;DR

Analyst Relations Director (Marketing): Leading strategic engagement with industry analysts to shape market reputation and growth with an accent on narrative development and relationship management. Focus on influencing analyst coverage, managing ratings cycles, and advising senior executives on positioning.

Location: Hybrid - Must be based in the US and work from an approved office location at least three days per week

Salary: $184,000 – $276,000

Company

Global professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services across the U.S. and Ireland.

What you will do

• Develop and evolve a credible analyst storyline aligned with commercial strategy, roadmap, and growth priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key global analysts from firms such as Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and Everest Group.
• Monitor analyst research and reports to correct misconceptions and strengthen market positioning.
• Lead the firm's response to major ratings cycles, including Magic Quadrants, Forrester Waves, and IDC MarketScapes.
• Prepare and advise senior executives for analyst briefings and interactions regarding sensitive or emerging topics.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Communications, and Technology teams to ensure narrative consistency.

Requirements

• Significant hands-on experience in Analyst Relations with direct ownership of relationships with major analyst firms.
• Proven experience leading formal analyst evaluations (e.g., Gartner Magic Quadrants, Forrester Waves).
• Experience owning an AR program within technology, professional services, or consulting environments.
• Demonstrated ability to influence analyst coverage and evaluation outcomes.
• Experience preparing senior executives for high-level analyst interactions.
• Must be based in the US and able to comply with the hybrid office attendance requirement.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model offering flexibility to balance client needs and personal life.
• Comprehensive and personalized benefits packages tailored to individual roles and identities.
• Focus on overall well-being through various work-life integration options.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Eligibility for discretionary annual performance bonuses based on individual and firm results.