Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:
 

• Execute end-to-end competitive intelligence and market research assignments, from intake of business questions through delivery of final outputs.
• Perform secondary qualitative and quantitative research using publicly available and open-source information.
• Develop executive-ready deliverables, including summaries, briefing materials, presentations, tables, and dashboards.
• Support business development, proposal, and pricing teams through competitor analysis, Black Hat assessments, client profiling, and RFP research.
• Monitor and analyze competitive and market activity, including contract awards, leadership changes, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, certifications, and geographic expansion.
• Research government programs, funding mechanisms, regulatory developments, and industry trends aligned to Guidehouse priority sectors.
• Synthesize complex data into clear, concise, and actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Manage multiple concurrent requests while maintaining accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
• Contribute to research process improvement, standardization, and knowledge management initiatives.
• Leverage and support adoption of automation and AI-enabled research tools to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and incorporate feedback into refined deliverables.
• Provide informal guidance and quality review support to junior analysts, as required.

What You Will Need:

• Graduate or post-graduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• 3-4 years of experience in competitive intelligence, market research, consulting research, strategy support, or a related analytical role.
• Experience supporting senior leadership, sales, business development, proposal, or pursuit teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in secondary research methodologies using open-source and publicly available data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proven ability to apply analytical judgment, maintain attention to detail, and deliver under tight deadlines.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Exposure to or strong interest in research automation, workflow optimization, or AI-enabled tools (e.g., Power Automate, Microsoft Copilot, AI agents, research platforms).
• Consulting or advisory mindset with strong business and commercial acumen.
• High level of curiosity regarding market trends, competitors, and customer behavior.
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments and proactively anticipate stakeholder needs.
• Consistent demonstration of professionalism, data quality, and clarity of insights.
• Strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and receptiveness to feedback.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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