Recruiter / Sales Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

Actalent is hiring for our internal team in Austin and San Antonio! This 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.

Overview

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-office position (Monday–Friday, 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.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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 CompensationUnlimited commission potentialPaid 24-week training period to startInitial base salary of $60,000 after hourly paid training periodOur 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 periodPerformance-based incentivesQuarterly bonusesAll-expenses-paid annual trip for top performersCompany-funded investment plan with paid dividendsBenefitsHealthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)20 days paid time off (accrued per year)Employee discountsTuition reimbursement programMonthly wellness calls

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

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

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.