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Legence · 2 days ago

Strategy Analyst

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$105K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

Legence is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services focused on sustainability solutions. The Strategy Analyst will work with the VP of Growth to identify market opportunities, analyze competitive landscapes, and drive strategic initiatives that support the company's mission to transform the built environment.

ConsultingEnergy EfficiencyProfessional ServicesRenewable EnergyService Industry

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

Qualification

AI technologiesFinancial modelingData analysisMarket researchExcel/Google SheetsPowerPoint/SlidesData visualization toolsSQLCommunication skillsProject managementCollaborationProblem solvingGrowth mindsetAdaptability

Required

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

Preferred

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.

Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.