Analyst Relations Specialist

Position Overview: We are seeking a high-performing Analyst Relations Associate to join our Analyst Relations (AR) team. This role will support and grow analyst engagement for a specific software product portfolio within HCLSoftware. The ideal candidate will have a passion for enterprise technology, strong communication skills, and an eagerness to shape external perception by driving high-impact analyst interactions. The position also plays a critical role in feeding analyst insights and market intelligence back into product and strategy teams, influencing roadmap and positioning decisions.

Location: Hybrid – India (Preferred locations: Noida,Bangalore)

Experience: 2–5 years (flexible up to 6–7 years)

Department: Marketing / Corporate Communications / Strategy

Key Responsibilities

• Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with key industry analysts and advisory firms, ensuring they are informed and updated on company offerings, product features, and business strategy.

• Analyst Engagement:

• Coordinate and manage analyst briefings, inquiries, and follow-ups to ensure consistent engagement and visibility ahead of major research publications and evaluations.

• Research and Insights:

• Review, interpret, and analyze analyst reports to extract insights on market trends, technology evolution, and competitive positioning; share these insights with internal stakeholders to guide strategic decision-making.

• Evaluation Participation:

• Drive participation in key analyst evaluations such as Gartner Magic Quadrants, Forrester Waves, and IDC MarketScapes—managing questionnaires responses, data collection, and demos in collaboration with product and marketing teams.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with product management, marketing, and leadership teams to align messaging and ensure readiness for analyst engagements.

• Market Intelligence:

• Act as a bridge between external market perspectives and internal teams—bringing in analyst feedback and competitive insights to influence product and go-to-market strategies.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience: 2–5 years of direct experience in Industry Analyst Relations, preferably from a software product background (not services).

• Industry Understanding: Familiarity with analyst research processes and evaluation methodologies from firms like Gartner, Forrester, and IDC.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

• Analytical Mindset: Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative information from multiple sources into actionable insights.

• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with experience working cross-functionally across marketing, product, and leadership teams.

• Work Style: High learning agility, curiosity, and flexibility to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.