An exciting opportunity exists at Quinlan & Associates, a leading independent strategy consulting firm specialising in the financial services industry.
We are currently looking for a full-time Business Development and Operations Associate to assist with the company’s operational and business development needs in 2022 and beyond.
Responsibilities
1. Business Development | 60%
Outbound (i.e. direct client outreach)
Work closely with the CEO and Partners to support all aspects of the end-to-end client engagement process, including:
• Identify: identification of target clients based on firm’s existing research and broader industry development under the direction of Partners, including required follow-ups with existing clients
• Contact: client outreach via email, phone, and/or in-person meetings, where appropriate
• Connect: setting up meetings / calls between existing / prospective clients and Partners
• Prepare: conduct background research to prepare required briefing materials, where needed
• Track: ongoing meeting / sales support, including meeting tracking and follow-up
• Consolidate: manage company database and CRM system, including required follow-ups
Inbound (i.e. building brand awareness)
• Update company website (e.g. uploading company research reports and media releases)
• Manage social media posts / pages (i.e. LinkedIn and Facebook)
• Connect with major industry conferences organisers to book potential speaking engagements • Organise and market company events (e.g. webinars)
• Manage inbound email and phone enquiries
2. Operations | 40%
• Provide internal administrative / operational support to the Partners and COO (e.g. internal meeting scheduling, PA duties, HR support, vendor onboarding, travel scheduling, office events, expense filing, etc.)
• Complete ad-hoc assignments as directed by the CEO WHAT WE LOOK FOR The minimum requirements for this role are:
• University degree with strong grades from a reputable university
• Up to 2 years business development and/or operations experience (note: fresh graduates will also be considered)
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written) in English
• Tech-savvy (proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media platforms is a must)
• Positive and proactive attitude, with a strong ownership mindset
• Outgoing and sociable personality, with strong interpersonal skills
• Creativity and lateral thinking abilities
• A good sense of humour
• The ability to work in Hong Kong
Please note that proficiency in Chinese (both Mandarin and Cantonese) is preferred but not required.
What we offer
We offer comprehensive on-the-job training, mentorship by senior finance and strategy professionals, and unmatched exposure to the world of management consulting. We provide our employees with a challenging and stimulating career and the chance to gain exposure to a diverse array of innovative clients across a variety of industries and markets. Most importantly, we pride ourselves on our unique company culture built around a collaborative, innovative, and fun working environment. Some of the benefits we offer include:
- Salary: Competitive
- Bonus: Annual (discretionary)
- Benefits: Medical insurance
- Company Perks: Flexible working arrangements, annual birthday leave
Who we are
Quinlan & Associates is a leading independent strategy consulting firm specialising in the financial services industry. We are the first firm to offer end-to-end strategy consulting services.
From strategy formulation to execution, to ongoing reporting, communications, and corporate training, we translate cutting-edge strategic advice into commercially executable solutions.
With our team of top-tier financial service and strategy consulting professionals and our global network of alliance partners, Quinlan & Associates gives its clients the most up-to-date industry insights from around the world, putting them an essential step ahead of their competitors. Quinlan & Associates. Strategy with a Difference.
How to apply
Required Documents:
• C.V.
• Cover letter
• Official Academic Transcript (unofficial or incomplete transcripts will not be considered)
Optional Documents:
Any additional references, qualifications, or test scores (e.g. CFA, CAIA, FRM, etc.)
