Research Associate, Library Third Bridge Group · London

Research Associate, Library

🗓️ Posted 2026-10-23 London Hybrid Consulting Strategy
💰 Salary 36,500 base salary, 40,000+ in first year with uncapped bonus potential 📊 Market NA
Salary: 36,500 base salary, 40,000+ in first year with uncapped bonus potential Employment: Full-time

About the Company

Third Bridge is a leading global research firm established in 2007, with a team of over 1,500 employees worldwide dedicated to fueling decisions with expert insights. We accelerate and enhance decision-making for investors and business leaders by unearthing unique expert insights across multiple sectors, geographies, and topics. For nearly 20 years, we've helped clients access knowledge on demand from experts, in-person and through our Library covering over 65,000 companies.

About the Job

Looking to kick-start your career in a fast-paced, commercially minded role This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a results-oriented environment and work well under pressure. You will develop your sales, negotiation, and research skills while contributing to new strategies that drive success for both you and the company.

Role & Responsibilities

  • ● Work closely with Sector Analysts to help in developing insightful questions for expert interviews.
  • ● Engage with senior executives and industry leaders, securing the most relevant experts for Sector Analysts to conduct in-depth 1:1 interviews.
  • ● Help to uncover critical insights by arranging Sector Analyst expert interviews that inform smarter, faster investment decisions.
  • ● Research sectors, identify key catalysts, and source the right experts to provide essential information for clients.
  • ● Develop sales, negotiation, and research skills while contributing to new strategies that drive success.

Requirements

  • ● Ambitious multitaskers who thrive under pressure and tight deadlines.
  • ● Strong communicators who can build relationships and influence industry leaders.
  • ● Problem solvers who love breaking down industries and thinking on their feet.
  • ● Driven self-starters who embrace feedback and chase top performance.
  • ● Curious minds eager to develop market, commercial, and leadership skills.

Benefits

  • ● Develop foundational commercial and sector technical skills including problem-solving, communication, and negotiation.
  • ● Clear career advancement for strong performers into analyst, delivery or leadership roles within 2 years.
  • ● Exposure to a wide range of industries through daily phone connections with top experts in their fields.
  • ● Competitive pay of 40,000+ in your first year, with a 36,500 base salary and uncapped bonus potential after just one month.
  • ● Comprehensive benefits including health, wellbeing and travel incentives.
  • ● Assistance with costs of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exams.
  • ● 30+ holiday entitlement, Summer Fridays, and work from anywhere for one month per year.
  • ● Engaging culture with social events, professional development, and a dynamic, supportive team.
Credential Requirements for United Kingdom
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SRA Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)

Solicitors Regulation Authority

Must have to work
Cost: GBP 4,000–8,000 Timeline: 1–2 years
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ICAEW ACA or ACCA Qualification

ICAEW / ACCA

Must have to work
Cost: GBP 2,000–5,000 Timeline: 3–5 years

For audit roles only