Commercial Associate

Atheneum; Lahore; On-site; PKR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Atheneum is a leading global insights platform seeking a Commercial Associate to support the Commercial Team’s day-to-day activities, source project opportunities, onboard partners, and drive effective communication throughout project lifecycles.

You will build strong client relationships, adapt in a fast-paced environment, and contribute to delivering excellent client experiences while developing expertise in commercial processes and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 1–2 years in a Business Development, Commercial, or client-facing role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritization.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle large data volumes.
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive, positive attitude with fast-paced settings.
• High level of thoroughness and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Understand client objectives and project requirements to support tailored quant solutions.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage partners for project opportunities.
• Build relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams; develop outreach skills.
• Deliver outstanding client experience through responsiveness and proactive management.
• Develop expertise in commercial processes and systems.
• Navigate evolving priorities with a flexible, solution-oriented approach.
• Partner with internal teams to coordinate activities and support project outcomes.

Skills

Relationship-building

Commercial acumen

Operational excellence

Adaptability

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Are you a problem solver and a fast learner? Would you enjoy working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment? Do you want to be part of a diverse and driven team striving for excellence? If the answer is yes, then keep reading!

Who We Are:

Atheneum is a leading global insights platform servicing various clients including distinguished strategy consulting firms, renowned investment houses and well-known global corporations. Our mission is to provide faster insights to empower our clients’ decision making. Through our AI capabilities we accelerate the decision-making of our clients by connecting them to the world's top professionals and industry leaders.

Atheneum is growing rapidly, with 500+ professionals in 11 offices across the US, South

America, APAC and EMEA.

What will you do:

As a Commercial Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the Commercial Team's day-to-day activities, ensuring seamless and exceptional client service. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and external partners to understand client needs, source suitable project opportunities, onboard partners, and drive effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, commercial acumen, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Your responsibilities:

• Client Needs Understanding: Develop a strong understanding of client objectives and project requirements to support the delivery of tailored solutions to client’s quant needs


• Project Sourcing & Partner Onboarding: Identify, Evaluate, and Engage relevant partners for project opportunities


• Communication & Outreach: Build and maintain productive relationships through professional communication with clients, partners, and internal teams. Develop both internal and external communication and outreach skills, including cold calls, emails, and more


• Client Excellence & Engagement: Contribute to delivering an outstanding client experience by ensuring responsiveness, quality, and proactive stakeholder management.


• Process Expertise: Develop expertise in commercial processes, systems, and best practices to support efficient commercial and operational effectiveness.


• Adaptability & Problem Solving: Navigate evolving priorities and business needs with a flexible, solution-oriented approach while maintaining high standards of execution.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to coordinate activities, share insights, and support successful project outcomes.

Job Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is mandatory, preferably in Business Administration or a related field.


• Prior experience in the Market Research industry is preferred.


• 1-2 years of experience in a Business Development, Commercial, or Client-Facing role is preferred; however, exceptional fresh graduates with outstanding academic performance and strong potential are also encouraged to apply


• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are essential.


• Excellent time management and prioritization skillss


• Attention to detail with the ability to handle and manage large volumes of data accurately.


• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic environment with varying time slots.


• A proactive and positive attitude, with the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.


• High level of thoroughness and accuracy in task execution.