Client Strategy & Operations Associate

Russell Tobin; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with 3% company contribution

Paid vacation & holidays

Monthly commuting stipend

Mobile phone stipend

Lunch and team events

Structured training & career growth

Job summary

Russell Tobin in New York, NY is seeking ambitious Client Strategy & Operations Associates to drive client engagements from initial request to execution. You will identify industry experts, coordinate high-impact consultations, and work closely with sophisticated clients across diverse industries.

This early-career role rewards intellectual curiosity, commercial acumen, and strong growth potential within a fast-paced, global professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.5 GPA.
• 6–18 months of professional experience; internships and client-facing experience valued.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, resilient and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Motivated by measurable goals, professional development and career advancement.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States, including eligible F-1 STEM OPT candidates.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Serve as a primary contact for clients and deliver a high-quality experience.
• Strategic Research: Identify and engage industry professionals to support client research.
• Project Management: Manage multiple engagements, timelines, communications and deliverables.
• Business Development & Outreach: Conduct targeted outreach and build professional relationships.
• Problem Solving: Make quick, informed decisions to overcome challenges and ensure execution.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with international colleagues to deliver results across global markets.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic research

Project management

Business development

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree with 3.5 GPA

Job description

New York, NY | Full-Time | January 11, 2027 Start

Confidential Search | High-Growth Professional Services Firm

Our client, a rapidly expanding global professional services firm, is seeking ambitious, driven professionals to join its New York team as Client Strategy & Operations Associates.

This is an exciting opportunity for early-career professionals looking to accelerate their careers in a fast-paced, client-facing environment with significant exposure to global financial markets, investment strategies, and corporate decision-making.

The firm partners with leading investment firms, private equity groups, hedge funds, and Fortune 500 companies, connecting business leaders with specialized industry expertise to support critical strategic decisions.

The Opportunity

As a Client Strategy & Operations Associate, you will play an integral role in managing client engagements from initial request through successful execution. You'll work directly with sophisticated clients, identify relevant industry experts, and coordinate high-impact consultations across a diverse range of industries.

This is a highly dynamic, results-oriented position ideal for individuals who are intellectually curious, commercially minded, and motivated by professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, understanding their objectives and delivering a high-quality client experience.
• Strategic Research: Identify and engage industry professionals and subject matter experts to support client research initiatives.
• Project Management: Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, coordinating timelines, communications, and deliverables.
• Business Development & Outreach: Conduct targeted outreach, build professional relationships, and effectively communicate project opportunities.
• Problem Solving: Make quick, informed decisions to overcome challenges and ensure successful project execution.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with international colleagues to deliver exceptional results for clients across global markets.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum 3.5 GPA.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated leadership through extracurricular, athletic, academic, or professional activities.
• Approximately 6–18 months of professional experience; internships and client-facing experience are highly valued.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, resilient, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Motivated by measurable goals, professional development, and career advancement.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States, including eligible F-1 STEM OPT candidates.
• December 2026 and January 2027 graduates are encouraged to apply.
• May 2026 graduates are eligible with internship or corporate experience since graduation.
• May 2025 graduates with continuous employment since graduation may be considered for a higher-level title and compensation package.
• $72,000 - 92,000annual base salary.
• Sign-on bonus.
• $8,000 annual bonus target, distributed in monthly installments.
• Uncapped monthly performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a guaranteed 3% company contribution.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Monthly commuting and mobile phone stipends.
• Daily office perks, including complimentary lunch, snacks, and team events.
• Structured training, professional development, and clearly defined career advancement opportunities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the chance to develop a strong commercial foundation while working alongside talented professionals in a rapidly growing global organization.

Successful Associates gain exposure to multiple industries, develop meaningful client relationships, and have opportunities to progress into leadership positions as the firm continues to expand.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion to learn more about the opportunity.

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

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