Network Development teammembers know how to make the right connections with the right people. They focus on identifying top professionals who can provide industry insight and knowledge to our clients, the world’s leading financial investment firms, professional services firms, and corporations. They are curious individuals who are excited about a communication-driven role. Whether it is successfully communicating GLG’s business model to a current CEO of a major company or composing a professional biography to present to a client, the Associate role is an exciting entry-level position in a growing global firm.
Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
As an Associate, each day presents a variety of research objectives requiring critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. You will learn to master client relationship workflow while developing business acumen, time-management skills, professionalism, and communication skills. In our open and collaborative workspace, you will communicate with colleagues across multiple GLG teams in a friendly, idea-sharing, and support-driven manner.
Communicate clearly and effectively the mission and business model of GLG to industry professionals and recruit Network Members into the GLG Networks.
Grow the GLG Networks by Onboarding key opinion leaders on a strategic/tactical mode, using recruiting campaigns, leveraging industry and professional lists, trade and business associations, referrals, and other relationships.
Interview prospective industry leaders as needed and capture critical data in GLG’s extensive profile management systems.
Consult with client-facing Managers to gauge clients’ needs and fulfil time sensitive research requests for GLG clients by analyzing client inquiries and identifying and qualifying primary populations.
Understand clients research workflows and objectives, and thereby support client-facing colleagues in growing GLG client relationships by utilization of best practices when dealing with prospective and current industry experts.
Develop a working knowledge of GLG's core industry coverage to improve project and product service quality. Develop awareness of broader industry trends/dynamics relevant to expert recruitment and client servicing.
Work on other projects associated with building the GLG Network. An ideal candidate will have the following:
Bachelor’s degree
Superior communication and interaction skills, including demonstrated oral, written and presentation abilities in a business-focused setting using a variety of communication channels (telephone, e-mail, in-person, etc.)
Good command over English language both verbal and written.
General knowledge of European/Asian cultures, awareness of European/Asian business practices
Demonstrated commitment and attention to detail, ideally in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving skills
Passion for fast-paced learning, especially in a technology-enabled environment
Passion for recruiting, sales, and/or conversation, with a successful track record in phone sales or outreach preferred
Ability to work effectively independently and/or collaboratively in a team.