About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

This entry-level Account Sales Representative (Sales Development Representative) role is an on-site, full-time W-2 position based in La Jolla, CA. The confidential client is hiring motivated, coachable candidates who want training, mentorship, and a clear path to higher-earning sales roles.

• Compensation: $60,000–$75,000 OTE (first year average); strong upside potential and unlimited commission
• Employment type: Full-time, W-2
• Location: La Jolla, CA (onsite)
• Role level: Entry-level / 0–3 years

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What You’ll Do

As an Account Sales Representative (Sales Development Representative) you will:

• Drive new business through outbound prospecting: calls, emails, networking, and in-person outreach
• Collaborate daily with a sales team for planning, coaching, and training
• Qualify leads and build a pipeline of local business opportunities
• Learn product and solution value propositions and craft client-focused proposals
• Maintain timely follow-up and professional communication with prospects
• Track activity and pipeline progress in the CRM; meet weekly and monthly goals

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Who You Are

We’re seeking candidates who are:

• Competitive, goal-oriented, and coachable
• Comfortable initiating conversations with decision-makers
• Resilient, adaptable, and self-driven in a performance-focused environment
• Interested in a long-term sales career and leadership progression

Preferred (but not required):

• Bachelor’s degree
• 0–3 years of experience in sales, customer service, or leadership roles
• Participation in athletics, student leadership, or other high-involvement activities
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

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What We Offer

The confidential client provides a structured program and benefits designed to support early-career growth:

• W-2 employment (not 1099 or contract)
• $60K–$75K average first-year OTE with opportunity to earn $100K+ in later years
• Monthly car allowance / stipend and commute support
• Technology package (computer and required software)
• Award-winning sales training and a structured 100-day onboarding program
• Mentorship, career path into sales leadership and management
• 401(k) with employer match (50% up to 6% of compensation)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance; FSA option
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Recognition programs: commissions, bonuses, contests, and incentive trips

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Why this role is a good fit

This role is ideal for recent graduates or those transitioning into sales who want:

• Rapid learning via hands-on training and mentorship
• A measurable path to higher commission earnings and leadership roles
• Daily team collaboration and clear performance metrics
• A sales career focused on building customer relationships and consultative selling

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Notes & compliance

• This position is based in La Jolla, CA. Salary shown reflects the posted range: $60,000–$75,000 per year (OTE).
• The confidential client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fair hiring practices.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.