Entry Level Sales Representative | Chicago, IL
The Entry Level Sales Representative role at Confidential Client involves managing client portfolios, generating new business, and overseeing the recruitment process from candidate sourcing to placement. This hybrid position emphasizes building strong client and candidate relationships, achieving sales targets, and developing through structured training and performance metrics within a supportive team environment.
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, Business Services (Consultancy).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Sales Representative (Recruitment Consultant) to join a high-energy sales team in Chicago, IL. This is an entry-level, performance-driven sales role focused on business development, client relationships, and full-cycle recruitment. The position offers a competitive base salary plus uncapped quarterly commission, structured training, and a clear path for promotion. This role will move to a hybrid working arrangement after an initial ramp-up period.
What You’ll Do
- Build and manage a portfolio of clients across your assigned territory.
- Win new business through targeted outreach, lead generation, and relationship-building.
- Own the full recruitment lifecycle from initial client conversation to placement.
- Source, screen and assess candidates using online tools and platforms.
- Run structured interviews to evaluate experience, capability and motivation.
- Negotiate contracts and fees with clients.
- Maintain and grow a network of candidates and clients — both new and existing.
- Track performance against metrics and targets; drive continuous improvement.
Who We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Internship or prior experience in sales, business development, or recruitment preferred.
- Competitive, driven mindset — demonstrated through academics, sports, or work.
- High energy, resilience and a results-oriented approach.
- Proven ability to achieve targets and deliver measurable outcomes.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Desire to coach, learn, and progress quickly within a metrics-driven sales environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $60,000 to $70,000 annually.
- Uncapped quarterly commission structure.
- Metrics-driven promotion path with clear career progression.
- World-class recruitment & business development training from day one.
- 20 annual vacation days, 5 sick days and 11 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage starting on day one.
- 401(k) savings plan with company match.
- Hybrid working opportunity after initial ramp-up period.
- Quarterly team events and ongoing coaching.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid after ramp).
- Employment type: Full-time (contractor arrangements may also apply depending on assignment).
Why Apply via Careertakes
Careertakes represents confidential, vetted opportunities with third-party employers. If your profile matches, you may also be invited to other relevant roles through the Careertakes platform. Confidential Client values diversity, measurable performance, and developing high-performing sales professionals.
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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