RG Fiber · 1 day ago
Market Strategy Analyst
Clearwave Fiber is a leading provider of 100% Fiber Optic Internet services, expanding its network across the Midwest and Southeast regions. The Market Strategy Analyst role focuses on evaluating prospective broadband markets, developing financial models, and supporting strategic expansion initiatives to inform executive decisions.
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Responsibilities
Lead data-driven evaluations of prospective broadband markets using demographic, competitive, infrastructure, and economic data
Build and maintain market scoring models that assess competition, density, income levels, construction feasibility, and return potential
Translate complex datasets into clear recommendations executives can act on
Develop high-level financial and operational models to evaluate new market builds, network extensions, and strategic expansion initiatives
Partner with engineering and construction teams to incorporate desktop cost estimates, competitive ride-outs, and preliminary designs into market feasibility
Support capital allocation decisions tied to multi-million-dollar infrastructure investments
Proactively identify, screen, and rank potential markets based on pre-established and evolving criteria
Produce feasibility studies, SWOT analyses, and go/no-go recommendations for leadership
Track trends in fiber deployment, competitor behavior, regulatory shifts, and local economic indicators that impact expansion strategy
Prepare investment memoranda, dashboards, and executive-level presentations for senior leadership
Clearly communicate risks, assumptions, and upside potential — not just the data behind them
Serve as a trusted analytical partner to Market Expansion, Finance, Engineering, and Sales leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Business, Market Research, Economics, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in market analysis, strategy, finance, or data-driven roles
Advanced Excel skills and experience with GIS tools, FCC Broadband data, and data visualization platforms (Power BI or similar)
Strong analytical judgment — you can work independently and defend your conclusions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leaders
Comfort navigating ambiguity, competing priorities, and imperfect data
Willingness to travel occasionally for on-site market assessments
Preferred
Experience in telecom, broadband, infrastructure, or utilities strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
Paid Time Off
401(k) - 100% company match (vesting and matching starts upon hire, up to 4% of eligible compensation)
Employee Assistance Plan
Employee Referral Plan
Free services, if living within service area
Tuition reimbursement - Clearwave Fiber encourages staff members to pursue ongoing education and gain industry certifications
LinkedIn Learning
Associate recognition program
Advancement opportunities
Collaborative work environment