[Remote] Strategy Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Legence is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services focused on mission-critical systems in buildings. They are seeking a Strategy Analyst to join their Growth team, where the role involves conducting market research, analyzing competitive landscapes, and driving strategic initiatives to support the company's expansion and sustainability goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis across our key verticals (data centers, life sciences, healthcare, education, semiconductor, biopharma)
• Identify emerging trends in sustainability, energy efficiency, and building performance that create growth opportunities
• Analyze industry regulations, policy changes (e.g., IRA incentives, climate mandates), and their implications for our business strategy
• Build financial models and business cases to evaluate new market entry, M&A opportunities, and organic growth initiatives
• Support the development and refinement of our go-to-market strategies across different customer segments
• Analyze win/loss data and customer feedback to identify patterns and strategic insights
• Develop competitive intelligence frameworks and maintain ongoing competitor tracking
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to translate strategic insights into actionable growth initiatives
• Lead cross-functional strategic projects from conception through execution
• Develop presentations and executive briefings for senior leadership and board meetings
• Track and report on key growth metrics, KPIs, and strategic initiative progress
• Support the integration of recent acquisitions and identify operational synergies
• Build dashboards and analytical frameworks to monitor business performance and market dynamics
• Synthesize complex data from multiple sources into clear, actionable recommendations
• Develop scenario analyses and sensitivity models to support strategic planning
• Partner with finance, operations, and business unit leaders to drive data-informed strategies
• Leverage AI and LLM tools to accelerate research, automate analysis, and uncover insights from large datasets
• Design and implement prompt engineering workflows to enhance team productivity and analytical capabilities

Skills

• Proximity to a Legence office is preferable
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related field
• 1-2 years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or high-growth startup environments
• Strong knowledge of AI technologies, Large Language Models (LLMs), and prompt engineering techniques
• Demonstrated experience applying AI/LLM tools to enhance analytical workflows, automate research, or drive strategic insights
• Exceptional analytical skills with proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides, and data visualization tools
• Strong financial modeling and quantitative analysis capabilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to executive audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter mentality with intellectual curiosity and a bias toward action
• MBA or advanced degree in a related field
• Advanced experience with generative AI platforms (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) and AI-powered analytical tools
• Experience building custom GPTs, AI agents, or automation workflows using LLM APIs
• Experience in the construction, engineering, sustainability, or energy sectors
• Familiarity with MEP systems, building performance, or mission-critical facilities
• Knowledge of ESG frameworks, carbon accounting, and sustainability reporting
• Experience with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar analytical tools
• Prior experience at a recently public or high-growth company
• Understanding of private equity portfolio company dynamics

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. *(For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)*
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

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