Skill Demand Index
Competitive Intelligence — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 2 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0%
Demand Rate
L4
Median Depth
0%
Gap Rate
2
Jobs Analyzed
Proficient
Most employers want Competitive Intelligence at hands-on daily use, not textbook knowledge.
Overview
What is Competitive Intelligence?
Market context for Competitive Intelligence in the current job market
Competitive Intelligence is required in 0% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for Competitive Intelligence typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for Competitive Intelligence:
- •Required in 0% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L4 depth — hands-on proficiency, not surface awareness
- •Most demand comes from Marketing roles — 100% of all Competitive Intelligence jobs
What L4 means in practice:
L3 (Proficient) means daily professional use. You should be able to work independently with Competitive Intelligence without needing supervision or constant guidance.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used Competitive Intelligence once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.
Common skill gaps:
The gap rate of 0% means most candidates have adequate Competitive Intelligence proficiency. To stand out, aim for L4-L5 depth with concrete evidence.
Which roles need Competitive Intelligence most:
Marketing positions drive 100% of demand. Skills commonly paired with Competitive Intelligence include Graphics/Visuals and Market Research.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match Competitive Intelligence requirements across 2 scored evaluations
Average depth: L3.5·Median depth: L3.5
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How Competitive Intelligence affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without Competitive Intelligence
$140K
Median $133K
1235 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“Competitive Intelligence appears in 0% of all scored jobs.”
From 2 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside Competitive Intelligence
Role Breakdown
Top Role Categories
Job categories most likely to require Competitive Intelligence
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often Competitive Intelligence is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
Very low gap rate — candidates generally have this skill
When Competitive Intelligence appears in a job's requirements, 0% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
Frequently Asked Questions
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