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Sales Executive (2027 Graduate Program) | Engtal
The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Engtal, located in Chicago, IL. Engtal is recognized as one of the fastest growing staffing firms in the U.S. This position is designed for ambitious graduates to initiate a career in sales and recruitment. You will be instrumental in building a specialist market, cultivating client and candidate relationships, and managing the complete recruitment process, directly contributing to the firm’s continued growth and success.
The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Chicago, IL
• Mission: Own the full recruitment cycle, connecting clients with top talent and building a personal market.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Acquisition: Prospect for new business and develop client relationships through calls, email, LinkedIn, and networking events.
• Client Consultation: Meet with clients to understand their businesses, hiring challenges, and talent needs.
• Talent Sourcing: Headhunt high performing professionals within your specialist market and conduct candidate screening and qualification calls.
• Recruitment Management: Manage the interview process from candidate submission through to offer, including negotiating fees, salaries, and employment offers.
• Market Engagement: Attend and host networking events while building a strong personal brand and becoming a trusted voice within your market.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Graduating in Spring or Summer 2027 with a genuine interest in building a career in sales.
• Experience: Some previous sales experience gained through a part-time job, internship, side hustle, or a similar environment.
• Skills: A strong work ethic and willingness to go the extra mile, coupled with a competitive, ambitious, goal-oriented mindset, confidence communicating, and resilience in responding positively to challenges.
• Bonus: An expected GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred, and while Business, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship degrees are preferred, all degree backgrounds will be considered.