Entry Level Sales Associate

Position Overview

Join SEP as an Entry Level Sales Associate! In this role as a Recruiter (Sales Associate), you will be pivotal to both business development and recruiting activities at our Downtown Chicago office. At Strategic Employment Partners (SEP), a respected boutique staffing agency established in 2007, you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your success is our priority.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Prospecting: Research and target prospective clients to showcase our staffing solutions.
• New Business Development: Identify and cultivate relationships with potential clients through cold calling, networking, and lead generation.
• Persuasion & Negotiation: Effectively communicate our services and negotiate contract terms to secure new business.
• Full-Cycle Sales: Manage the sales process from initial contact to closure.
• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Source, screen, and interview candidates to ensure a strong match with client needs.

Required Qualifications

• Ambition: No prior experience required, but a strong interest in launching a sales/recruiting career is a must.
• Desire for Mentorship: Eager to receive training and mentorship to develop your professional skills.
• Team Player: Thrive in a collaborative environment and be ready to achieve shared goals.
• Interest in Commission: Motivated by performance-based incentives, including team commission plans.

Benefits & Perks

• Accelerated Career Advancement: Clear pathways for professional growth.
• Unlimited Earning Potential: Earn uncapped commissions based on your performance.
• Comprehensive Wellness Package: Enjoy health and commuter benefits along with our 401K Safe Harbor Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from 10 vacation days, 9 holidays, and 6 sick days.
• Embrace Flexibility: Enjoy the convenience of WFH Fridays.