Entry Level Recruiter | Sales Trainee

Position Overview

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Recruiter | Sales Trainee to join our team and drive the advancement of careers for skilled engineering, science, and corporate professionals. With a global network spanning nearly 30,000 consultants and 4,500+ clients worldwide, you will play a key role in building trusted relationships and matching top talent to exciting opportunities. You will also enjoy continuous learning through comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities as part of our supportive, high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with hiring managers to understand their needs.
• Source qualified professionals using various recruiting tools.
• Screen potential consultants through interviews and reference checks to assess alignment of skills, experiences, and career goals.
• Communicate work opportunities effectively and prepare consultants for their new roles.
• Perform critical relationship-building activities—coaching candidates before interviews, checking in during their first day, and maintaining engagement throughout employment.
• Maintain a network of consultants with top industry-specific skill sets and build trusted partnerships to help them advance their careers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in customer service, leadership, or sales is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work in a performance-based environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Unlimited commission potential
• Paid 13-week training period to start.
• Compensation: Initial base salary of $60,405.80 after hourly paid training.
• Compensation Growth: Top 10% of recruiters earned an average of $68,000 in year one, $130,000 in year two, and $195,000 in year five (2024 data).
• Performance-based incentives and quarterly bonuses.
• All-expenses-paid annual trip for top performers.
• Company-funded investment plan with paid dividends.
• Benefits: Healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• 20 days paid time off (accrued per year).
• Cell phone allowance after the first year.
• Employee discounts and tuition reimbursement program.
• Monthly wellness calls.