Sales Development Associate

Locatio n: Charlotte NC Other locations: Columbus OH (HQ), Cincinnati OH, Indianapolis IN, Seattle WA

Training Onsite at Columbus HQ

Divisio n: Agility Partners Staffing

Hiring for June 2027 Start Date

About Us

Agility Partne rs is a minority-owned IT Staffing & Solutions firm, connecting the world's leading organizations with top-tier technical talent and technologies . Impower. ai is the technology consulting division of Agility Partners, specializing in automation & AI, data engineering & analytics, software engineering, and digital transformation. Together, we deliver high-impact talent and solutions with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and client satisfaction at every step of the way.

About the Role

In our Sales Development Program, you’ll begin your career in Agility Partners’ IT staffing division through our fully-paid Academy* training program. In this hands-on role, you’ll build recruiting skills while connecting technical professionals with career opportunities across our client portfolio. Once key performance milestones are met, you’ll be promoted to Talent Executive—with a clear path for continued growth in Sales or Recruiting.

'Agility Partners' Sales Development Program takes place at our Columbus Headquarters! All non-Columbus team members will return to their home market after training.

What You’ll Do:

• Source Candidates: Reach out to job seekers and referrals to build relationships and identify top technical talent.
• Screen & Qualify: Conduct initial phone screens, gather resumes, and assess candidate fit for open roles.
• Manage Talent Pools: Organize and track candidates in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to support team visibility and hiring success.
• Collaborate with Sales: Partner with Account Executives to match qualified candidates to client needs.
• Learn the Market: Research roles, technologies, and industry trends to better support candidates and hiring teams.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's Degree OR 4+ years' experience in a customer-facing role
• Interest in one of our market locations: Columbus, Cincinnati, Charlotte, or Seattle
• Strong written and communication skills, with a natural enthusiasm for relationship building
• Proactive team player who isn’t afraid to take initiative or propose new ideas
• Undaunted by challenges and intrinsically motivated to succeed
• Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
• A desire for a career in a commission-driven, performance-based environment

Why You’ll Love It Here

• High-Impact & Innovative Work : Be part of a fast-growing organization delivering disruptive solutions and reshaping the tech talent space through innovation and meaningful contributions
• Collaborative & Award-Winning Culture : Thrive in a team-driven environment recognized for innovation, service, and performance—where diverse perspectives and collaboration drive success
• Tech-Forward Environment : Work with emerging technologies across diverse industries and business cases through our Impower.ai solutions arm
• Growth & Development : We champion continuous learning, mentorship, and career advancement for problem solvers ready to grow
• Comprehensive Benefits : Enjoy our hybrid work schedule, ongoing office perks, and robust benefits coverage including 50%+ company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision (including family).