Associate

The Early Careers Company; München; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped performance bonus

MacBook provided

€20 mobile reimbursement

30+ days annual leave

Flexible days and one-month work-from-

Fitness studio grants

In-office coffee barista

Job summary

The Early Careers Company in Munich is seeking a Client Services Associate to help clients access industry experts and manage multiple projects against tight deadlines. You will identify and contact specialists, explain opportunities and coordinate calls with clients.

As you grow commercially, you will gain exposure to sales, account management, and leadership opportunities. The role offers a fast-paced, performance-driven environment with internal progression potential.

Qualifications

• German language proficiency, written and spoken, at C1 level or above.
• Strong intellectual and analytical ability, ambition and curiosity.
• Leadership or extracurricular experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage client projects from start to finish, understanding requirements and arranging calls with suitable experts.
• Call and engage experts across industries, respond to questions and gain agreement to participate.
• Manage several projects and client needs concurrently.
• Build knowledge of markets, business models and regulations.
• Introduce clients to the company’s wider services, including content library, surveys, advisory services and one-to-one calls.

Skills

German fluency

Job description

Language requirement: German at C1 level or above

About the role

Looking to build your commercial skills in a fast-paced role? If you’re a confident communicator who enjoys speaking with people, working towards goals and learning quickly, this Associate role could be a good next step.

As a Client Services Associate, you’ll develop commercial awareness and business skills that can support a longer-term career in sales, account management, leadership or research. The company promotes from within, with high-performing associates able to progress into management in as little as two years.

About the company

The company is an investment research firm that connects investors and business leaders with industry expertise. Its clients include private equity firms, hedge funds and consultancies, which rely on the company to find relevant experts quickly.

Founded in 2007, the company has grown to more than 1,500 people across major financial centres and works with thousands of decision-makers.

What you’ll do

You’ll help clients access the expertise they need, often to tight deadlines. This involves identifying and contacting industry specialists, explaining the opportunity and arranging calls with clients.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing client projects from start to finish, understanding requirements and arranging calls with suitable experts
• Calling and engaging experts across a range of industries, responding to questions and gaining their agreement to take part
• Managing several projects and client needs at once
• Building your knowledge of markets, business models and regulations
• Introducing clients to the company’s wider services, including its content library, surveys, advisory services and one-to-one calls

What you’ll gain

• Commercial skills: Build experience in sales, negotiation and relationship management, with opportunities to develop leadership skills early in your career
• Client exposure: Work with private equity firms, hedge funds and consultancies
• Career progression: Managers have progressed from the Associate role, and promotion may be possible within two years
• Personal development: Receive an annual allowance to invest in your professional growth

What we’re looking for

• German fluency, written and spoken, at C1 level or above
• Strong intellectual and analytical ability, ambition and curiosity
• Leadership or extracurricular experience
• Resilience and evidence of commitment through internships, work experience or other achievements
• Confidence speaking with new people, building rapport and responding thoughtfully in conversation
• Motivation to work towards goals in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Salary and benefits

• Competitive salary and an uncapped performance bonus, available after your first month
• Apple MacBook and a €20 reimbursement towards mobile phone use
• More than 30 days of annual leave, flexible days and the option to work from anywhere for one month each year
• Grants towards fitness studio memberships and sporting activities
• Fresh coffee from the in-office barista
• Central Munich office, close to public transport and local amenities
• Social events, professional development and a supportive team