Global Analyst Relations Specialist

1 week ago

Itasca, Illinois, United States IFS. Full time
Company Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7,000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters-at the Moment of Service. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.

At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but also on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

Job Description

IFS is currently seeking an Analyst Relations Specialist to join the Global Communications team. This individual is responsible for supporting the Global Analyst Relations Director and the execution of the IFS Analyst Relations program, with the objective of "influencing the influencers" - targeted industry analysts whose research and commentary impact IFS customers, prospects, partners, and press. The Analyst Relations Specialist will work closely with key internal partners in support of maintaining positive relationships with targeted analysts, acting as the program manager on key competitive report responses, and tracking established metrics to measure program performance for internal awareness.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program Management:
  • Build and nurture relationships with key industry analysts covering core products/industries, serving as the primary point of contact for all analyst interactions.
  • Manage analyst interactions, inquiries, and briefings. Set clear agenda and expectations for the engagements and share insights.
  • Develop and manage strong and trusted relationships with key subject matter experts across the full portfolio of offerings.
  • Manage and prioritize inbound analyst requests, including participation in ranking reports, research briefings, and customer reference identification.
  • Lead and project manage analyst evaluations including internal strategy, kick-off, RFI execution, demo strategy, and final submission.
  • Support the creation of content for analyst engagements, including presentations, briefing documents, and reports.
  • Provide administrative support for dedicated AR events and initiatives.
  • Develop tracking reports to measure AR program progress, both qualitatively and quantitatively e.g. IFS mentions, Gartner Peer Insights reviews, and analyst engagement activity.
  • Track analyst research publication agendas, timelines, and event schedules.
  • Support Global Communications peers on cross-functional efforts such as product launches and corporate announcements.
Research and Content Creation:
  • Gather and disseminate market intelligence and analyst insights to internal stakeholders to influence product development, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
  • Collaborate with internal content owners to develop and distribute the quarterly Analyst Relations newsletter.
  • Leverage existing research subscriptions to meet internal research/data requests.
  • Update AR resources and webpage content with current accolades and sales enablement documentation.
  • Identify and share relevant research internally via Workplace for broad awareness.
  • Track, synthesize, and distribute relevant research reports to internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
  • BA/BS in Communications, Technology or Business preferred
  • 2-3+ years of working in Analyst Relations, Marketing or Communications
  • An analytical thinker with a strategic mindset
  • A positive attitude and ability to be flexible in the face of change
  • A strong self-starter with personal initiative and drive
  • Strong organization skills and attention to detail
  • Ease with written communications and ability to provide input to the design of various communications (newsletters, webpages, social)
  • Previous work in Analyst Relations a bonus
Additional Information

At IFS you will work in a growing, global enterprise software company where informal hierarchies promote simplicity and trust with responsibility. We strive to deepen our expertise by taking on challenging and varying work assignments together with committed colleagues in a collaborative environment.

With professionalism and a strong customer focus in everything we do, from R&D to Sales and Consultancy, we are proud to serve world-class customers all over the globe with our leading products.

If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

What We're Offering
  • Salary Range: $94,000 to $110,000 annually plus bonus
  • Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  • 401K with Company contribution
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Tuition assistance
  • Community involvement and volunteering events
M/F/Disabled/Vet VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Interested candidates should apply at:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer

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