CLIENT STRATEGY ASSOCIATE

Private Advertiser; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in the Philippines seeks a Client Strategy Associate for a Contract-to-Hire path, working directly with the Founder on client strategy, research, and growth initiatives.

This role serves as the first contact for prospective clients, supporting the Founder’s strategic client process through research, client preparation, insights, and execution of growth initiatives. High dependability, integrity, and professional representation are essential.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications specified in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on prospective clients to understand background, objectives, and business context.
• Prepare concise client briefs and strategic insights for the Founder prior to strategy sessions.
• Gather and organize information that supports meaningful client engagements.
• Serve as the initial representative of the Founder during client communications.
• Build rapport with prospective clients and guide them through the pre‑engagement process.
• Prepare clients for their strategic session with the Founder by ensuring all necessary information has been collected.
• Work directly with the Founder on strategic initiatives and contribute ideas, research, and insights.
• Maintain organized records, research, and documentation related to assigned work.
• Represent the Founder with professionalism and discretion; maintain confidentiality.

Job description

CLIENT STRATEGY ASSOCIATE

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

WHY JOIN US?

Work directly with the Founder on client strategy, research, and business growth initiatives. This role is designed for high-performing individuals who want hands‑on experience in strategic execution, client engagement, and a pathway toward future executive‑support responsibilities.

ROLE OVERVIEW

This role serves as the first point of contact for prospective clients and supports the Founder’s strategic client process through research, client preparation, strategic insights, and execution of growth initiatives.

The position is designed for individuals who are highly dependable, efficient, and conscientious, with the ability to represent the Founder with professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.

COMPENSATION & ENGAGEMENT

Estimated Monthly Compensation: ₱30,000 - ₱100,000+

Engagement Type: Contract-to-Hire

The role begins with a 2-3 month assessment contract designed to evaluate capability, performance, contribution, and mutual fit.

During the assessment period, compensation is performance‑based and tied to successful client engagements generated through the associate’s efforts. There is no fixed salary, allowance, or hourly compensation during this period. The engagement is output‑based and does not require fixed working hours or time tracking.

While compensation during the assessment period is performance‑based, this is not a casual or part‑time opportunity. Full commitment, ownership, responsiveness, and consistent execution are expected from selected candidates.

Upon successful completion of the contract period, compensation may be negotiated based on demonstrated capabilities and results delivered.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Strategy & Research

• Conduct research on prospective clients to understand their background, objectives, and business context.
• Prepare concise client briefs and strategic insights for the Founder prior to strategy sessions.
• Gather and organize information that supports meaningful client engagements.

Client Engagement

• Serve as the initial representative of the Founder during client communications.
• Build rapport with prospective clients and guide them through the pre‑engagement process.
• Prepare clients for their strategic session with the Founder by ensuring all necessary information has been collected.

Strategic Collaboration

• Work directly with the Founder on strategic initiatives.
• Contribute ideas, research, and insights that support strategic decision‑making.

Administrative Support

• Maintain organized records, research, and documentation related to assigned work.

Professional Standards

• Represent the Founder with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding client information and internal strategies.
• Demonstrate accountability, initiative, and sound judgment in carrying out assigned responsibilities.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is someone who is highly dependable, committed to fulfilling responsibilities and obligations, and ready to start immediately upon successful completion of the final interview. They are efficient, capable of producing quality outputs within required timelines, and able to execute tasks quickly while maintaining accuracy and effectiveness.

They communicate directly and truthfully, provide clear and fact‑based information, and demonstrate strong judgment in their professional interactions. They are conscientious, guided by strong moral principles, integrity, and a commitment to doing what is right. They take ownership of their actions, decisions, and the impact of their work.

The ideal candidate is also strong in research, analysis, and identifying relevant insights. They are capable of building genuine professional connections with clients and can represent the Founder with trustworthiness, discretion, and professionalism.

Most importantly, willing to be lead, mentored and undergo capability‑building initiatives.

WHAT SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE

• Qualified prospects become consulting clients.
• Clients experience a professional and organized journey.
• The Founder can confidently rely on your research, judgment, and execution.
• Your work contributes to long‑term business growth.

CAREER GROWTH PATHWAY

This role serves as a foundation for future responsibilities.

You will develop experience in:

• Business research and strategic analysis
• Executive briefing preparation
• Client and stakeholder relationship building
• Supporting high‑level business decisions
• Turning strategic direction into execution

High‑performing associates may have opportunities to progress into roles such as Executive Fellow, supporting broader executive priorities, partnerships, and strategic initiatives.

HIRING PROCESS

1. Receive an application update within 24 hours.

2. For selected candidates, attend the scheduled Final Virtual Interview.

3. Contract signing.

4. Onboarding.

Before Applying

We adhere to an efficient hiring process. Applicants are expected to be available for interview shortly after being contacted, and ready to transition immediately upon hiring.

Detailed compensation structure and performance incentives will be discussed during the final interview.

Hiring Capacity: 2-4 qualified applicants.

ABOUT US

An emerging organization focused on building healthier and more effective workplaces through organizational design, founded on the belief that every individual has unique value and the capacity to thrive when given the right opportunities and environment. We work to lighten the burden of modern work so people can be purposeful in their faith and present for their families.

By designing environments where organizational vision, individual capabilities, and responsibilities are aligned, we help transform workplace structures into functional assets through organizational structure design, hiring support, and integrated monitoring systems.

Led by an independent organizational design consultant, the organization is currently building its core team and service capabilities as it progresses toward becoming a full‑scale organization.

About Us: https://workdrive.zoho.com/file/wdolmfd0c0161dd5b4dc2ba285ac83874f770

Your Week 1: https://workdrive.zoho.com/file/wdolm588cdd5fac944d1da2265a2dc6c601f1

Vision for the Role: https://workdrive.zoho.com/file/wdolm2f6167da4428408aad5cc89bf7d6838b

Thank you.