Entry Level Recruiter/Sales Trainee
The Entry Level Recruiter/Sales Trainee at Confidential Client is responsible for identifying and interviewing qualified candidates, partnering with account managers to target key market segments, and building industry relationships to generate referrals and sales leads. This role offers comprehensive training, a positive and inclusive work culture, and a clear career path with performance-based incentives and commission opportunities.
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, HR & Recruitment.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Recruiter / Sales Trainee in Houston, TX. This entry-level role combines recruiting, candidate screening, and sales development. You'll receive paid training, a base salary during training, plus commission, and clear advancement into a sales career path.
What You’ll Do
- Identify qualified candidates using sourcing tools and targeted outreach.
- Screen and interview candidates to assess skills and fit.
- Partner with Account Managers to identify target accounts, skill sets, and market segments.
- Build and maintain relationships with industry contacts to generate referrals and sales leads.
- Deliver high-quality customer service to candidates and clients.
- Participate in community and philanthropic initiatives supported by the client.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary during/after training: $45,000 (training period), increasing to $55,000 after one year of tenure.
- Weekly commission with unlimited earning potential.
- Projected recruiter earnings (estimates): Year 1: $50,000; Year 2: $76,000; Year 3: $102,000.
- Benefits: medical, dental and vision; HSA & 401(k); 20 days paid time off plus paid holidays; parental/family leave; employee discounts.
- Performance incentives: quarterly bonuses, all-expense paid trips, company-funded investment plan.
Individual compensation offered for this position will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and other job-related factors.
Who We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Customer-facing or sales-focused experience preferred.
- Experience working in team-oriented environments.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, a coachable mindset, and a drive to build a sales-oriented recruiting career.
Training & Career Path
Paid hourly training is provided. This role is designed as a pipeline into sales and account management — high-performing recruiters are commonly promoted from within.
Location & Employment Type
This role is based in Houston, TX. Employment types: FULL_TIME (with INTERNSHIP opportunities indicated). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
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.
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