Associate, Client Services - German Speaker (January 2026 Start)

Third Bridge; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market research firm in London is seeking a Client Services Associate to engage industry experts and provide insights to clients. This role requires business fluency in German and offers a total salary of £51,000–£68,000 with uncapped performance bonuses. Ideal candidates should be confident communicators, resilient, and quick learners, with a track record of leadership and problem-solving skills. It includes comprehensive benefits and opportunities for promotion within two years.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

25+ vacation days

Work from anywhere for one month per year

Annual Personal Development Allowance

Qualifications

• Business fluency in German (Level C1 and above).
• Intellectually strong, ambitious with leadership experience.
• Grit shown through internships or other achievements.

Responsibilities

• Engage industry experts to deliver insights for clients.
• Cold call and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Cross-sell the full range of services offered.

Skills

Confidence in communication

Problem-solving skills

Resilience

Curiosity

Relationship-building

Job description

Overview

Company Description

Start Dates: January, April, July & September 2026

Want to accelerate your career in a high-energy, commercial role? If you’re competitive, a confident communicator, both on the phone and in person, and hungry to grow fast, our Associate role at Third Bridge could be your next big move.

About Third Bridge

We connect the world’s top investors and business leaders to the insights that shape investment decisions. From private equity firms and hedge funds to leading consultancies, our clients count on us to find the exact expert they need - fast.

Since 2007, we’ve grown to 1,500+ people across global financial hubs, becoming a trusted research partner to thousands of decision-makers. This is where ambitious people come to accelerate their careers.

Why Join Us

We’re offering more than a role - we’re offering a career launchpad. As a Client Services Associate, you’ll develop the commercial awareness and business acumen that open doors to long-term careers in sales, account management, leadership, research and so much more. We promote from within, and our top performers move into management in as little as two years.

You’ll thrive if you:

• Love a fast-paced, target-driven environment

• Have the confidence to pick up the phone and start conversations with anyone

• Are naturally curious, quick to learn and love to solve complex problems

• Build rapport fast and think on your feet

• Are resilient and motivated to exceed goals

What You’ll Do

You’ll be at the heart of our business - finding, calling, and engaging industry experts to deliver the insights our clients need, often under extremely tight deadlines. Expect to spend much of your day on the phone, persuading specialists to share their expertise and securing their time for client calls.

Day to day, you’ll:

• Own projects end-to-end, truly understanding the specific client needs and scheduling high-calibre expert calls.

• Cold call and engage experts across industries, overcoming objections and winning buy-in

• Work at speed, managing multiple projects and clients at once

• Learn fast, gaining broad knowledge of markets, business models, and regulations

• Cross-Sell the full range of Third Bridge services including content library, surveys, advisory, as well as 1-1 calls.

What You’ll Gain

• Commercial edge: Sales, negotiation, relationship-building skills and the opportunity to develop leadership skills very early in your career

• Client exposure: Work with leading private equity firms, hedge funds, and consultancies

• Clear progression: Every manager started in the Associate role; promotion possible within 2 years

• Annual Personal Development Allowance to invest in your growth

Would you like to learn more about our Associate position? Take our free virtual job simulation and learn what it is like to work in this role.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

Business fluency in German (written and oral - Level C1 and above).

You’re intellectually strong, you’re ambitious, have leadership or extracurricular experience, and have shown grit through internships, work experience, or other achievements.

Additional Information

Salary and Benefits:

• Total first-year salary is expected to be £51,000–£68,000 (based on average-high performance). This is in line with a £40,000 base salary plus an uncapped performance bonus accessible after your first month.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, pension contributions, and more.
• Appreciate good work-life balance with 25+ vacation days, flex days, and work from anywhere for one month per year
• Be part of our engaging culture with social events, professional development, and a dynamic, supportive team.

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