Senior Pricing Analyst
Husch Blackwell · Minneapolis, MN
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $175,000 / year
- Minneapolis, MN
Job highlights
- Develop creative pricing models and financial strategies.
- Analyze pricing performance and provide recommendations.
- Collaborate with teams for data and insights.
- Leverage AI and technology for pricing optimization.
- Support alternative fee arrangements (AFAs).
About the role
About Husch Blackwell LLP
Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations. The firm is committed to fostering an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture. We value Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation, and we seek motivated professionals looking for a long-term fit where they can grow, be valued, and empowered. Join us as a Senior Pricing Analyst and contribute to our strategic goals.Job Summary
The Senior Pricing Analyst will report to the Associate Director of Strategic Pricing and will support pricing initiatives that align with Firm strategic goals. This role involves staying abreast of emerging technologies like AI and ML and their applications in pricing, budgeting, and financial modeling within the legal industry. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our U.S. locations.Essential Job Functions
- Support the development of creative pricing arrangements, financial models, and budgets to align with Firm revenue and profitability initiatives.
- Generate financial analyses to support pricing strategies, policies, and the optimization of pricing management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights for strategic pricing development.
- Monitor and evaluate pricing performance metrics and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
- Support the development and maintenance of team processes, checklists, and pricing repository.
- Assist in responding to attorney requests for matter planning, budgeting, pricing estimates, and tracking.
- Assist in responding to requests for proposals specific to pricing strategies and prepare pricing estimates.
- Conduct market and competitive pricing analysis to identify trends and opportunities, including the annual timekeeper rate setting process.
- Work with and coach attorneys to understand client priorities, negotiation strategies, scope, assumptions, and evaluate relevant factors and risks impacting pricing and matter management.
- Develop effective relationships with attorneys and business professionals across the firm.
- Leverage advanced analytics and AI-powered tools to improve pricing strategies, automate processes, and enhance forecasting accuracy.
- Evaluate and implement technology solutions supporting pricing and matter management, including AI-driven tools.
- Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure seamless integration of pricing tools with existing systems (e.g., Elite 3E, Iridium, data warehouses).
- Research and assess the impact of AI and automation on pricing models, client behavior, and market trends.
- Act as a subject matter expert on technology in pricing, providing training and guidance on tools and platforms.
- Identify opportunities to use AI to analyze historical data, client preferences, and case outcomes to inform pricing recommendations.
- Support the development of non-hourly and alternative fee arrangements (AFAs) using advanced modeling techniques and technology.
- Incorporate data visualization and AI-driven insights into pricing presentations and proposals.
Position Requirements
- 4-year degree with major coursework in Finance preferred, or a combination of education and commensurate work experience.
- 5 years of related work experience in pricing, financial, profitability analysis, or economics, preferably in a professional services environment.
- Knowledge of legal statistical modeling and pricing tools required.
- Robust analytical skills and ability to utilize computer systems and related tools, including Elite 3E, Iridium, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in all Microsoft office products, especially Excel.
- SQL proficiency preferred.
- Familiarity with data warehouse extraction and budget platforms.
- Experience with or willingness to learn AI-powered pricing and financial modeling tools (e.g., Predictive Analytics platforms, Tableau, Power BI).
- Familiarity with emerging legal technology solutions, including AI-based tools for matter management, pricing optimization, and contract analysis.
- Ability to analyze and interpret large datasets using AI tools or programming languages like Python or R (preferred but not required).
- Knowledge of legal technology trends and how they impact pricing, including AI for efficiency and transparency.
- Strong understanding of non-hourly and alternative fee arrangements (AFAs) and how technology streamlines their implementation.
- Ability to think strategically about technology and AI in pricing and communicate these ideas effectively.
- Adaptability to a rapidly evolving legal technology landscape and willingness to explore innovative solutions.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is commensurate with skill and experience, with ranges varying by location:- California: $86,000 - $175,000
- Colorado: $79,000 - $141,000
- Illinois: $78,000 - $151,000
- Massachusetts: $86,000 - $164,000
- Maryland: $83,000 - $126,000
- Minnesota: $86,000 - $142,000
- Jersey City, NJ: $93,000 - $169,000
- New York: $80,000 - $173,000
- Vermont: $85,000 - $163,000
- Washington: $83,000 - $158,000
- Washington, D.C.: $111,000 - $163,000
- Pricing Strategy
- Financial Modeling
- Data Analysis
- Budgeting
- AI in Pricing
- Legal Technology
- Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs)
- Market Analysis
- Profitability Analysis
- SQL
Skills & topics
- Senior Pricing Analyst
- Pricing Strategy
- Financial Modeling
- Data Analysis
- Budgeting
- Legal Technology
- AI in Pricing
- Alternative Fee Arrangements
- Profitability Analysis
- SQL
- Finance
- Law Firm
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of pricing analysis experience, financial modeling skills, and proficiency with tools like Excel, SQL, and AI/ML platforms.
- Showcase legal industry knowledge: Emphasize any experience with legal pricing, AFAs, or legal tech like Elite 3E or Iridium.
- Demonstrate AI/ML interest: Articulate your understanding of AI and ML applications in pricing and financial modeling.
- Address remote work: If applying remotely, confirm your ability to collaborate effectively across different locations.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss financial analysis, pricing strategies, and your experience with relevant software.
Technical preparation
Master Excel functions for financial analysis.,Practice SQL for data querying and manipulation.,Study AI/ML applications in financial modeling.,Familiarize with legal tech like Elite 3E.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex pricing challenge you solved.,How do you collaborate with non-finance professionals?,How do you adapt to new technology adoption?,How do you prioritize competing demands?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the salary ranges for the Senior Pricing Analyst position at Husch Blackwell?
- The salary for the Senior Pricing Analyst position at Husch Blackwell varies by location, with ranges generally from $78,000 to $175,000 annually, excluding potential discretionary bonuses. Specific ranges are provided for states like California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington, D.C., as well as Jersey City, NJ.
- Does Husch Blackwell offer remote work for the Senior Pricing Analyst role?
- Yes, the Senior Pricing Analyst position at Husch Blackwell can be filled remotely or in any of their U.S. office locations, offering flexibility to candidates.
- What specific technologies are important for the Senior Pricing Analyst role at Husch Blackwell?
- Key technologies for the Senior Pricing Analyst role include advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, familiarity with SQL (preferred), data warehouse extraction and budget platforms, and experience or willingness to learn AI-powered pricing and financial modeling tools like Tableau, Power BI, or predictive analytics platforms. Familiarity with legal-specific systems like Elite 3E and Iridium is also crucial.
- What is the required educational background for a Senior Pricing Analyst at Husch Blackwell?
- A 4-year degree, preferably with a major in Finance, is preferred for the Senior Pricing Analyst role. However, Husch Blackwell also considers a combination of education and commensurate work experience to be qualifying.
- How does Husch Blackwell approach diversity and inclusion in its hiring for the Senior Pricing Analyst position?
- Husch Blackwell is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that diverse teams lead to better outcomes. They actively seek to retain, recruit, develop, and promote talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an inclusive team culture.
- What is the role of AI and emerging technologies in the Senior Pricing Analyst position at Husch Blackwell?
- The Senior Pricing Analyst is expected to stay abreast of emerging technologies like AI and ML, leveraging AI-powered tools for pricing strategies, automation, forecasting accuracy, and data analysis. This includes evaluating and implementing AI-driven solutions for predictive pricing and profitability analysis.
- What kind of financial analysis is expected from the Senior Pricing Analyst at Husch Blackwell?
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