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INTRODUCTION

The Product Analyst serves as a key contributor responsible for the day-to-day administration and support of the Firm’s financial reporting and analytics platforms and related systems. The incumbent applies analytical skills and independent judgment to evaluate business requirements, provide stakeholders with targeted financial data and reporting solutions, assess data quality, resolve discrepancies, and support process improvements that enhance the Firm’s financial reporting capabilities. The Product Analyst is responsible for maintaining and validating financial reporting data to ensure consistency and accuracy across reporting platforms, assisting with the mapping and integration of data from multiple source systems, and supporting the development and maintenance of reports, dashboards, and reporting workflows. The role also contributes to testing system enhancements, documenting reporting requirements, and supporting technology initiatives that improve access to financial information and enable informed decision-making across the Firm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage the continued operation and maintenance of the experience financial platform and related systems.
• Evaluate financial reporting and analysis needs; incorporate best practices in developed solutions.
• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, including Web developers, Data and Engineering Analysts, and outside consultants to translate business needs into actionable plans.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and manage business intelligence solutions and facilitate effective communication of business requirements for the organization.
• Conduct data integration, import and export projects.
• Provide consultative end-user support on questions and technical issues.
• Proactively identify and implement opportunities to improve and/or add to the experience financial platform and related processes and integration sources.
• Create and maintain updates for standard configuration documentation and related end-user materials for the experience financial platform and related systems.
• Cultivate knowledge and develop a strong understanding of the financial management platform, including its content architecture, system configuration, and integrated data sources, to support business operations and team objectives.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines and priorities

Preferred:

• Familiarity with legal technology
• Experience working with practice-related information and processes
• Basic understanding of law firm structure and business practices, as well as practice-specific terminology

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

COMPENSATION

The target salary range for this role is:

• $84,000 - $108,000 if located in Illinois.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.