market research associate
Aug 14, 2026 · OPTIMAL - Human Reinforced
What you'll do
- Assess and identify 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 consulting capabilities including stakeholder management, negotiation, time management, and professional communication
Key requirements
- 0+ years' experience
- Industry Research and Research skills
- Stakeholder Management and Stakeholder Liaison abilities
- Negotiation skills
- Time Management capabilities
- Professional Communication competence
- Client Engagement and Client Needs Assessment expertise
- Fluency in English
- Generalpreferred
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses.
- Structured and transparent career progression.
- Comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and health benefits including private medical insurance and savings plans.
About the job
As a Market Research Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making for leading organizations. You will work at the frontline of client engagements—identifying the right experts, facilitating high-impact insight exchanges, and ensuring clients get the insights they need to make informed business decisions.
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 (credit system to increase earnings)
Structured and transparent career progression within the consulting function
Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training programs
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 (escape rooms, hiking, team events)
Global mobility opportunities across international office locations
Relocation support within Greece and EU, including moving allowances and accommodation assistance
About the company
Since 2005, Optimal HR Group provides unparalleled, bespoke HR services to large organisations and SMEs operating in the EMEA region.
Our mission is to combine advisory and consulting services with the world's most innovative and respected tools in order to provide our clients bespoke HR solutions which will assist them to maximise the value of their human capital and strengthen their core business model.
We pride ourselves on delivering a 360° business support platform to our clients through 5 divisions:
Talent Acquisition
HR Strategy & Talent Development
Learning Services
Workforce Management
Outplacement
About the company
Since 2005, Optimal HR Group provides unparalleled, bespoke HR services to large organisations and SMEs operating in the EMEA region.
Our mission is to combine advisory and consulting services with the world's most innovative and respected tools in order to provide our clients bespoke HR solutions which will assist them to maximise the value of their human capital and strengthen their core business model.
We pride ourselves on delivering a 360° business support platform to our clients through 5 divisions:
Talent Acquisition
HR Strategy & Talent Development
Learning Services
Workforce Management
Outplacement