ABOUT HIGH POTENTIALS

High Potentials pursues the mission of understanding the universe within the human organism.

We combine artificial intelligence, biology, medicine, and high-performance computing to precisely decode the foundations of life. Our goal is to understand how aging, disease, and biological limitations emerge — and what is required to overcome them.

We aim to support humanity on its path toward radical longevity. Our long-term vision is to view immortality not as a myth, but as a scientific challenge that can be understood, researched, and ultimately made technologically possible.

Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on scientific and engineering excellence. High Potentials is built for people who ask big questions, seek demanding challenges, and are driven by curiosity, discipline, and long-term thinking.

We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to our mission. Leadership is earned by those who show initiative, take responsibility, and consistently deliver excellence.

A strong work ethic, clear priorities, and precise communication are essential to us. Knowledge should be shared concisely, clearly, and reliably, enabling every team member to contribute directly to the progress of our mission.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

If you believe in the power of exceptional talent to shape the future of business, we invite you to explore opportunities within HighPotential’s client partnerships organization.

Based in our Zurich office, this role will involve working directly with ambitious companies, senior leaders, and high-caliber professionals to build meaningful, long-term partnerships. Some travel to client and partner locations may be required. The Client Partner will report to the Regional Sales Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and drive HighPotential’s client partnership strategy and roadmap, with a focus on developing long-term business relationships with high-growth companies, founders, and senior decision-makers.

• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with top regional clients, supporting them in identifying, attracting, and engaging exceptional talent.

• Formulate and execute a market strategy to drive client growth, expand HighPotential’s presence, and achieve revenue objectives.

• Identify new business and transformation opportunities that help clients strengthen their leadership teams, talent pipelines, and long-term organizational growth.

• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their business goals, hiring priorities, and leadership needs, translating these insights into tailored talent and partnership solutions.

• Cultivate a broad network of senior client relationships, aligning their business and talent strategies with HighPotential’s services and expertise.

• Work closely with internal teams to identify new opportunities, improve client outcomes, and create additional value across the client journey.

• Act as a thought leader by staying close to evolving talent trends, leadership needs, and market developments, while contributing insights that strengthen HighPotential’s positioning.

• Mentor new team members as the organization grows, helping build a high-performing, collaborative, and client-focused team culture.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in sales, business development, client partnerships, or executive search, preferably across European and international markets.

• Experience working with high-growth companies, technology businesses, venture-backed startups, or executive-level clients is a strong advantage.

• A commercially driven mindset with the ability to build new client relationships, develop strategic accounts, and consistently achieve revenue objectives.

  Proven ability to identify new business opportunities, open new client accounts, and grow long-term partnerships with senior decision-makers.

• Fluency in English is required; German, French, or additional European languages are considered a plus.

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence founders, C-level executives, HR leaders, and business stakeholders.

• A strong track record of developing and growing a book of business, managing complex client relationships, and delivering measurable commercial results.

• Deep understanding of talent markets, leadership hiring, employer branding, and the role exceptional people play in business growth.

• Curiosity, creativity, adaptability, and a strong preference for working in small, ambitious, and collaborative teams.

• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally as needed to meet clients, partners, and candidates.

• BA / BS degree or above.