Global Clients Business Associate

Athens, Attica, Greece on site Until 9/26/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 28, 2026 Last posted July 28, 2026
Job description

Are you looking to launch your career in a fast-paced, international business environment? Do you enjoy collaborating with global clients, solving complex business challenges, and gaining exposure to a wide range of industries?

Optimal, on behalf of its client, a leading insights-on-demand company, is seeking motivated Global Clients Business Associates to join their growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with international clients, develop commercial acumen, and contribute to high-impact business decisions.

As a Global Clients Business Associate, you will play a key role in managing client relationships, understanding business needs, and delivering tailored insights by connecting organizations with industry experts worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Understand client needs and project requirements
  • Identify and evaluate relevant industry experts
  • Connect experts with clients through curated consultations
  • Conduct research across different industries and markets
  • Reach out to potential experts through various communication channels
  • Build strong skills in sales, negotiation, time management, and professional communication

Requirements

  • 0–3 years of work experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in any field
  • Fluency in English
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Nice to Have

  • Strong academic performance
  • Leadership experience through extracurricular activities
  • Interest in business, consulting, or market insights
  • Natural negotiation and relationship-building skills
  • Growth mindset and motivation for continuous learning

What The Company Offers

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Structured career progression opportunities
  • Access to training and professional development programs
  • A dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment
  • Private medical insurance and savings plans
  • Health and well-being initiatives and team activities
  • Opportunities for international mobility across global offices

About Optimal

Since 2005, Optimal has provided unparalleled, bespoke HR services to large organizations and SMEs operating in the EMEA region. We pride ourselves on delivering a 360° business support platform to our clients through 6 service divisions:

  • Talent Acquisition 
  • HR Strategy & Talent Development
  • Learning & Development
  • Workforce Management
  • Recruiting
  • Outplacement
About this role

Summary

Manage client relationships, identify industry experts, conduct research, and support business development.

Job title

Global Clients Business Associate

Experience level

0-3 years

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

business services

Location requirements

Athens, Greece; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationorganizationresearch

Preferred skills

leadershipnegotiationinterest in business

Specializations

client managementbusiness analysiscommunicationnegotiation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Athens, Greece

On-site City