Associate, Client Service, Spanish Speaker, 2027

About the role

This program offers a commercial entry point for graduates looking to build a career in a high-pressure environment. You will manage the connection between global investment firms and specialized industry experts to support critical business decisions. In this capacity, you will act as the primary commercial interface, ensuring that every interaction meets the highest standards of professionalism and accuracy. The role requires a proactive mindset, as you will be responsible for translating complex client needs into actionable research objectives for expert contributors. You will operate at the intersection of consulting and finance, providing the foundational insights that drive multi-million-pound strategic moves. Success in this position hinges on your ability to balance speed with precision under demanding timelines. You will be expected to uphold the firm's reputation for excellence while building long-term trust with sophisticated clients. This position is designed for individuals who thrive in structured ambiguity and seek to own outcomes from start to finish.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Manage the full lifecycle of client-expert interactions, including phone-based screening and negotiation, from initial requirement gathering to final insight delivery.
• Use AI-driven sourcing platforms to identify experts and map specific industry value chains, ensuring the most relevant and authoritative voices are secured.
• Handle multiple project workstreams simultaneously for investors and strategy consultants, maintaining rigorous prioritization and deadline adherence.
• Navigate the regulatory and legal frameworks governing client and expert engagements, ensuring all interactions remain compliant and confidential.
• Translate ambiguous business questions into precise research briefs that guide expert interviews and deliver actionable, evidence-based conclusions.
• Orchestrate complex interview schedules across multiple time zones, coordinating seamlessly with clients and experts to secure optimal participation.
• Synthesize diverse expert perspectives into clear, structured narratives that directly address the strategic concerns of sophisticated financial clients.
• Challenge initial assumptions by probing beyond surface-level responses, leveraging your Spanish fluency to access non-English source markets and uncover hidden insights.
• Monitor and refine engagement quality using performance metrics, identifying patterns that inform best practices and improve future project outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to anticipate market shifts, ensuring that research priorities remain aligned with evolving client expectations.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree with a 2:1 grade or higher.
• Fluent English and Spanish language skills (C2 level).
• Documented history of extracurricular success and relevant internship experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to commit to the structured training and onboarding program required to align with firm methodologies.
• Capacity to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion at all times.
• Readiness to adhere to the firm's professional standards for communication, research, and client interaction.
• Commitment to meeting contractual obligations regarding deliverables, timelines, and quality benchmarks.

Nice to have

• Experience living or working in continental Europe.

Skills & tools

• Professional communication and negotiation
• Project and time management
• AI-powered sourcing and workflow tools

Practical notes

• Total first-year compensation is between £48,500 and £57,500, including a £41,500 base salary and uncapped performance-based variable pay.
• Benefits include 25 days of vacation plus bank holidays and end-of-year office closure, 4% matched pension, private health and dental insurance, and subsidized daily meals.
• Employees may work from home on Fridays.
• The role offers a defined progression path to Manager within 24-30 months and Vice President within approximately 5 years.
• Successful associates may qualify for the MBA Tuition Program.
• For interview adjustments, contact careers@alphasights.com.