Business Consulting Associate at Optimal HR

Athens, Attica, Greece -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Problem-solving, Client Interaction, Expert Identification, Research, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Time Management, Professional Communication, Persuasion, Client-centric Approach, Quality Delivery, Strategic Decision-Making, Insight Exchange Facilitation

Industry

Human Resources Services

Description

Ready to build a career at the intersection of insight, influence, and impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy tackling complex business questions, and excel at connecting people and ideas? If you’re eager to accelerate your consulting career in a globally connected, high-performance setting, this opportunity may be the right next step. Optimal, on behalf of a client of ours—a global leader in insights-on-demand—is seeking driven Business Consulting Associates to join a rapidly expanding team. This role is well-suited for ambitious, intellectually curious professionals who enjoy problem-solving, client interaction, and exposure to diverse industries and markets. As a Business Consulting Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making for leading organizations. You will work at the frontline of client engagements—understanding business needs, identifying the right experts, and facilitating high-impact insight exchanges that inform critical business outcomes. What You’ll Do Assess and identify the most suitable industry experts based on client objectives and project requirements Act as the primary liaison between clients and market specialists Conduct targeted research across industries, functions, and geographies Engage and recruit experts through structured outreach and relationship-building Develop core consulting capabilities, including stakeholder management, negotiation, time management, and professional communication What We’re Looking For 0–3 years of professional experience Undergraduate degree in any discipline Fluency in English Nice to Have Strong academic performance A natural aptitude for negotiation and persuasion Leadership experience through academic, extracurricular, or professional activities A strong interest in business, strategy, and global markets A growth mindset with a commitment to continuous learning A client-centric approach with high standards for quality and delivery What’s in It for You Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses Structured and transparent career progression within the consulting function Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training programs A dynamic, entrepreneurial culture grounded in respect, ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement Comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and savings plans Sponsored health, wellness, and team-building initiatives Global mobility opportunities across international office locations About Optimal Since 2005, Optimal has delivered bespoke HR solutions to large organizations and SMEs across the EMEA region. We provide a 360° business support platform through six specialized service divisions: Talent Acquisition HR Strategy & Talent Development Join a fast-paced, global team connecting leading organizations with top-tier industry experts. Workforce Management Recruiting Outplacement

Responsibilities

The Associate will support strategic decision-making by assessing and identifying suitable industry experts based on client needs and acting as the primary liaison between clients and market specialists. Responsibilities include conducting targeted research and facilitating high-impact insight exchanges to inform critical business outcomes.