Entry-Level Sales Recruiter

Job Description

Sales Executive (2027 Graduate Program) | Engtal

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Engtal, located in Chicago, IL. Engtal is one of the fastest growing staffing firms in the U.S. This program is designed for ambitious graduates looking to build a career in sales, focusing on developing their own specialist market within recruitment. The role involves comprehensive training from day one, offering a clear path for career progression and uncapped earning potential within a high-performance culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Chicago, IL

• Mission: This person will build their own specialist market and manage the full recruitment process to meet client talent needs.

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 specific talent needs.
• Talent Sourcing & Qualification: Headhunt high performing professionals within your specialist market and conduct candidate screening and qualification calls.
• Recruitment Cycle Management: Manage the full interview process, from candidate submission through to offer, including negotiating fees, salaries, and employment terms.
• Market Presence & Branding: Build a strong personal brand through social media, create engaging content, and attend/host networking events to become a trusted voice.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree, graduating in Spring or Summer 2027. Entry-level career.
• Experience: Prior sales experience gained through a part-time job, internship, side hustle, or similar environment.
• Skills: Strong work ethic and willingness to go the extra mile; competitive, ambitious, and goal-oriented mindset; confidence communicating with diverse individuals; resilience and the ability to respond positively to challenges and setbacks.
• Bonus: Expected GPA of 3.0 or higher; preferred degrees in Business, Marketing, or Entrepreneurship.