Lead Analyst Relations

Description:

QBurst is seeking an experienced professional to support our recently established Analyst elations (AR) function. As a strategic bridge between QBurst and the global analyst community, you will drive our engagement strategy with top-tier firms such as Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and HFS Research. This role offers the autonomy to enhance QBursts market visibility and position the company favorably in industry evaluations and research.

Responsibilities:

• Nurture strategic relationships with key industry analysts
• Lead the end-to-end coordination of RFI/RFP submissions for analyst evaluations (e.g., Magic Quadrants, Waves, PEAK Matrix)
• Schedule and prepare leadership for briefings, inquiries, and strategic conversations
• Monitor analyst coverage and competitor positioning to identify differentiation opportunities
• Maintain analyst interaction logs, trackers, and engagement calendars
• Serve as an internal expert on AR best practices and disseminate research findings to sales, marketing, and GTM teams

Requirements:

• Total Professional Experience: 5+ years in the technology industry
• 34 years of dedicated experience in Analyst Relations or closely related functions (e.g., strategic marketing, competitive intelligence)
• Experience managing RFI processes and building relationships ith tier-one analyst firms
• Bachelors degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or Computer Science
• An MBA or relevant advanced degree is added advantage