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Sales Trainee

Actalent is hiring for our internal team in Austin and San Antonio! This is a great opportunity to join our organization during a pivotal growth timeframe. We are looking for individuals who want to start or continue their sales career path. We are seeking competitive, self-motivated, and team-oriented candidates to join both Austin and San Antonio offices.

This Sales Trainee role is a launchpad into business-to-business, relationship-driven sales. You will help companies solve talent needs while supporting the careers of engineers and science professionals. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and real client exposure, you'll learn how to build a territory, develop trusted partnerships, and grow revenue in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This role blends sales development, account management, and recruiting partnership with strong earning potential and clear advancement paths.

Learn and become a go-to expert on talent solutions and services within your assigned market

Build and manage a targeted list of client accounts and prospects using CRM systems and research tools

Develop relationships with new and existing clients through calls, meetings, and professional networking

Meet face-to-face with decision-makers to understand hiring needs and present tailored solutions

Grow sales and market share across assigned accounts and newly developed business

Negotiate bill rates and contract terms while staying aligned with market conditions

Deliver exceptional client service by placing high-quality consultants and maintaining long-term partnerships

Proactively market candidate resumes to clients to uncover new opportunities

Lead and participate in client meetings, site visits, and relationship-building events

Partner closely with recruiting teams to align top talent with client needs

Participate fully in a structured training program that includes job shadowing, role play, and coaching

Engage in ongoing mentorship and development with opportunities to progress into leadership roles

13 years of experience in customer service, leadership, or sales (including internships, clubs, or campus roles)

Strong interest in building a long-term career in professional, relationship-based sales

Confident communication skills and the ability to connect with people at all levels

High sense of urgency and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Comfort presenting ideas and leading in-person client meetings

Professionalism, integrity, and strong interpersonal skills

Curiosity and motivation to learn new tools, industries, and sales concepts

Interest in sales, business, or related fields

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience with customer-facing, sales, or leadership roles

Interest in supporting clients across engineering, sciences, and corporate functions such as finance, HR, and supply chain

Ability to build lasting professional relationships with clients and consultants

Comfort using CRM platforms and networking tools

Motivation to succeed in a performance-based role with commission and incentives

This is a full-time, in-office position (MondayFriday, 7:45 a.m.5:30 p.m.) in a collaborative and performance-driven office environment. You'll receive a paid, 13-week training program designed to set you up for long-term success. Compensation includes a competitive base salary with unlimited commission potential, quarterly bonuses, performance incentives, and an all-expenses-paid annual trip for top performers.

This is a Permanent position based out of Austin, TX.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $65000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits and Compensation Unlimited commission potential Paid 24-week training period to start Initial base salary of $60,000 after hourly paid training period Our top 10% of account managers earned an average of $111,000 in year one, $145,000 in year two, and $343,000 in year five (2023 data). Monthly car allowance ($425/month) and monthly cell allowance ($100/month) after hourly paid training period Performance-based incentives 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) Employee discounts Tuition reimbursement program Monthly wellness calls

This is a fully onsite position in Austin, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.