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Entry Level Sales - Oak Brook, IL (Oak Brook)

Confidential Client•Human Services
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$77,973
Oak Brook Mall, Illinois
8 Days Ago

This entry-level sales position at Confidential Client offers a structured career path starting as a Recruiter and progressing to an Account Executive role with leadership opportunities. The role involves building client relationships, managing the full sales cycle, mentoring team members, and contributing to company growth in a collaborative, in-office environment. Comprehensive training, mentorship, and an uncapped commission structure support rapid career advancement.

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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.


Overview

Confidential Client is hiring entry-level sales talent to start as Recruiters with a clear, performance-driven path into Outside Sales (Account Executive) and leadership. This role is ideal for recent graduates or professionals with 0–3 years of client-facing experience who want structured training, fast promotion potential, and uncapped earning upside.


What You’ll Do (Career Path & Key Responsibilities)

Start as a Recruiter:

  • Create and implement sourcing strategies to identify and attract top candidates across channels.
  • Learn and apply cold-calling techniques to generate leads and set client meetings.
  • Screen, interview, and present qualified candidates; negotiate job offers and educate candidates on opportunities.
  • Maintain accurate candidate and client records in CRM/ATS and collaborate with team members to share best practices.

Transition to Account Executive (Est. promotion: 9–12 months):

  • Own a book of business and the full sales cycle: prospecting, cold outreach, on-site client meetings, rate/contract negotiation, and relationship management.
  • Lead and mentor recruiters, driving performance and career development for your team.
  • Take responsibility for client satisfaction and service delivery, expanding business and renewals.
  • Maintain precise CRM/ATS documentation and metrics.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $60,000 base salary plus uncapped weekly commissions — strong upside for high performers.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Vacation pay and expense account.
  • Incentive trips and profit-sharing opportunities.
  • Comprehensive onboarding, training, and ongoing mentorship.

Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills)

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 0–3 years of work experience — sales, customer service, retail, or other client-facing roles a plus.
  • Coachable, resilient, and driven with a strong work ethic and accountability.
  • Excellent verbal communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, in-office environment and eager to advance in a sales-focused career.
  • Familiarity with CRM/ATS systems is helpful but not required.

Why This Role?

  • Fast-track progression from Recruiter to Account Executive and into leadership — Confidential Client promotes from within.
  • Structured training program and day-one mentorship to set you up for success.
  • Clear performance-to-compensation correlation through base pay and uncapped commissions.
  • Opportunity to build sales, negotiation, leadership, and recruitment skills in a high-growth environment.

Location & Work Environment

This position is based in Oak Brook Mall, IL. Confidential Client seeks team-oriented candidates willing to work primarily in-office and participate in client meetings and onsite activities as required.


Legal & Hiring Notes

  • Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with applicable U.S. employment laws and will consider candidates regardless of protected status.
  • Applicants may be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States as part of the hiring process.

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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