Sales Account Executive - Chicago, IL

Sales Recruitment Consultant

Michael Page connects people with roles where they can do their best and helps businesses find the talent they need to grow. With about 6,000 plus people across 34 countries, we've been doing this for 50 years, building deep expertise, long-term relationships and a reputation of our customer's trust. In Chicago, our consultants specialize in Construction, Manufacturing, & Sales & Marketing. That focus means you work closely with clients and candidates who see you as a trusted partner, not just a recruiter. We're a performance?driven business with clear goals and transparency. You can easily see what success looks like, track your progress, and build a career with momentum. With structured training, modern tools and support from experienced leaders, you'll be set up to succeed from day one.

Job Description

• Build and manage a portfolio of clients.
• Win new business through targeted outreach and lead generation across your area.
• Own the recruitment process from first conversation through to placement.
• Manage and grow your own network of candidates and clients, both new and existing.
• Source, screen and assess candidates using a range of online tools and platforms.
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver hiring solutions that last.
• Run structured interviews to assess experience, capability and motivation.
• Lead contract and fee negotiations with potential clients.

Page Group USA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Successful Applicant

• Experience prospecting and developing new business.
• A proven ability to close deals and deliver against targets.
• A track record of meeting or exceeding objectives.
• Motivation to build a long?term career in sales and recruitment.
• A BA or BS degree, or equivalent experience.
• A coachable, adaptable approach and a genuine curiosity about people and business.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary with quarterly commission, linked directly to your performance and results.
• Full ownership of the sales and recruitment cycle, giving you accountability and influence.
• Clear career progression with defined pathways into senior and leadership roles.
• Structured, industry?leading training that keeps your skills sharp and relevant.
• An inclusive culture where people feel supported, respected and able to be themselves at work.
• Flexible working options, strong parental leave support, and additional wellness, birthday and flexible bank holiday leave.
• Access to the latest tools and technology, including AI?enabled solutions that save you time.

Job summary: Sector: Sales, Sub Sector: Recruitment Consultant, Industry: Business Services, Where: Chicago, Contract Type: Permanent, Consultant name: Tom Ott, Job Reference: JN-082026-7089334, Job Nature: Hybrid working