Associate, Client Services (m/f/d) (January 2026 Start)

Associate, Client Services (m/f/d) (January 2026 Start)

We are seeking a dynamic, high‑energy individual to join Third Bridge as an Associate in Client Services. As a commercial role, you will connect investors and business leaders with expert insights that shape investment decisions.

Base Pay Range

Start Dates: January, April, July & September 2026

Salary: €52,000 base salary plus an uncapped performance bonus accessible after your first month.

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.

Job Description

As a Client Services Associate, you will develop commercial awareness and business acumen that open doors to long‑term careers in sales, account management, leadership, research and so much more.

Why Join Us?

We promote from within, and our top performers move into management in as little as two years.

• 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.

• 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.

Qualifications

• Business fluency in German (written and oral — Level C1 and above).
• Intellectually strong and ambitious.
• Leadership or extracurricular experience.
• Demonstrated grit through internships, work experience, or other achievements.

Salary and Benefits

• Total first‑year salary expected to be €66,500‑€88,000 (based on average‑high performance). This is in line with a €52,000 base salary plus an uncapped performance bonus accessible after your first month.
• Apple MacBook plus €20 employee reimbursement for mobile phone usage.
• 30+ vacation days, flex days, and work from anywhere for one month per year.
• Health and wellbeing grants for fitness studios and sporting activities.
• Fresh coffee from our in‑office barista.
• Office located in the heart of Munich — central, easily accessible.
• Engaging culture with social events, professional development, and a dynamic, supportive team.

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