Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or Business preferred.Strong proficiency in Office 365, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.Desired Qualifications:Minimum of 4 years' experience in Analyst Relations, Marketing, or Communications.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across Marketing (campaigns, demand generation, PR/social) and Sales, showing evidence of AR impact on pipeline and deal outcomes.Familiarity with methodologies and coverage models from Gartner, Forrester, IDC, and boutique/niche firms.Experience managing customer references and executing complex cross-functional projects.
About the job
We are seeking a dynamic Global Analyst Relations Manager to join our team at IFS, based in Itasca, Illinois. This role offers the flexibility of remote work with a preference for candidates located on the East Coast, along with occasional travel to our office. As part of IFS's Analyst Relations program, you will play a pivotal role in driving outcomes that are closely aligned with our company's performance metrics. Your responsibilities will include elevating IFS's standing in key industry evaluations, translating analyst relationships into demand generation, and collaborating with Sales to enhance deal momentum and increase win rates.
You will report to the Director of Global Analyst Relations and will be instrumental in advancing IFS's analyst relations initiatives, overseeing high-impact evaluations and translating analyst insights into measurable pipeline and revenue outcomes.
About IFS
IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with over 7,000 employees worldwide. Our innovative AI technology underpins our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling clients to excel at their critical moments—what we call the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption keeps us at the forefront of technological advancements, empowering our teams to unleash their creativity and productivity with cutting-edge solutions.At IFS, we pride ourselves on being flexible, innovative, and focused on not just engaging with our customers, but also making a positive impact globally. We tackle some of society’s greatest challenges, striving for a better future through agility, collaboration, and trust. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the various cultures we engage with.