Client Service Placement
Start date & duration: September 2027 for 12 months.
We're looking for a placement candidate with commercial frontline responsibility and an opportunity to work on live client projects.
A day in the life of a Client Service Placement
On placement in the Client Service team, you will serve as the link between our clients and experts. You will work on multiple projects from investors, strategists and dealmakers at top‑tier client organisations. This is a communications‑intense frontline role requiring excellent multitasking and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Owning expert communications, spending a significant part of your day on the phone screening and negotiating with relevant experts to position the best possible matches for your clients’ requests.
- Understanding the project and market context and the legal and regulatory environment in which your clients and experts operate.
- Leveraging AI‑powered sourcing tools to map complex industry value chains and identify and engage with relevant experts.
Consider the Client Service Placement program if:
- You thrive in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
- You possess a client‑first mindset.
- You excel under pressure and enjoy working to tight deadlines.
- You are gritty, resilient and ready to roll up your sleeves and make things happen.
- You enjoy regularly upskilling on new tools and workflows, including those powered by AI, to improve your professional output.
What you will gain from the Client Service Placements:
- An introduction to the business world without being pigeonholed into any one industry or profession.
- Transferable commercial and client management skills spanning professional communications, negotiation, persuasion, project and time management.
- Dedicated time with senior leadership, and the opportunity to deliver a business‑related project to our co‑founder and Region Head.
- An opportunity to receive a full‑time employment offer to return post‑graduation.
- A unique training curriculum starting with intense on‑the‑job coaching and our New Joiner Academy in your first weeks to set you up for success.
Requirements
You’ll need to bring your A game to work daily.
- Currently studying towards a bachelor’s degree with a placement year and due to graduate in 2029.
- Track record of strong academic performance (minimum 2:1).
- Noteworthy extracurricular achievement, internships, or part‑time work experience throughout school and university.
- Experience evidencing an interest in business is a plus.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- Fluent (C2 level) English; fluency in an additional European language or experience living and working in continental Europe is valuable but not necessary.
Compensation and benefits
Expect compensation ranging from £30,000‑£35,000 per annum based on individual performance‑based pay with uncapped earning potential.
25 annual vacation days, UK bank holidays, and business closure over the Christmas break.
Comprehensive private health insurance coverage and dental insurance.
Office in central London; subsidised lunch plus free breakfast, snacks and fruit throughout the day.
Option to work from home on Fridays.
Placement, Client Service, 2027 employer: AlphaSights
AlphaSights is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture in the heart of London. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while working alongside a talented team dedicated to solving real-world problems. The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and professional development.
