Graduate Associate, Client Services - Japanese Speaker (2027 Start)

Third Bridge is a leading global research firm established in 2007, with a team of over 1,500 employees worldwide dedicated to fueling decisions with expert insights . We accelerate and enhance decision-making for investors and business leaders by unearthing unique expert insights across multiple sectors, geographies, and topics. For nearly 20 years, we’ve helped clients access knowledge on demand from experts, in-person and through our Library covering over 65,000 companies.

Start Dates: Throughout 2027 Want to accelerate your career in a high-energy, commercial role? If you’re competitive, a confident communicator, both on the phone and in person, and hungry to grow fast , our Associate role at Third Bridge could be your next big move.

Why Join Us

We’re offering more than a role - we’re offering a career launchpad . As a Client Services Associate, you’ll develop the commercial awareness and business acumen that open doors to long-term careers in sales, account management, leadership , research and so much more. We promote from within , and our top performers move into management in as little as two years.

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. Day to day, you’ll: 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 Would you like to learn more about our Associate position? Take our free virtual job simulation and learn what it is like to work in this role.

Qualifications

What We’Re Looking For

Business fluency in Japanese (written and oral - Level C1 and above). You’re intellectually strong , you’re ambitious , have leadership or extracurricular experience , and have shown grit through internships, work experience, or other achievements.

Benefits

: Total first-year salary is expected to be £51,000–£68,000 (based on average-high performance). This is in line with a £40,000 base salary plus an uncapped performance bonus accessible after your first month.

including health, dental, vision, pension contributions, and more. Appreciate good work-life balance with 25+ vacation days, flex days , and work from anywhere for one month per year Be part of our engaging culture with social events, professional development, and a dynamic, supportive team.