Sales Development Representative
The Sales Development Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for building and managing client relationships within the engineering and sciences sectors, driving sales growth through targeted account management and effective negotiation. This entry-level role involves collaborating with recruiting teams to identify top talent, conducting client meetings, and leveraging CRM tools to maximize market share and profitability while participating in comprehensive training and mentorship programs.
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.
Overview
Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is seeking a motivated, entry-level Sales Development Representative to help expand talent-solution relationships with engineering, sciences, and corporate clients. This role focuses on building trust with prospective clients, qualifying opportunities, and partnering with recruiting teams to place top talent.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a talent-solutions subject matter contributor for an assigned territory.
- Build and maintain a prioritized list of target accounts and prospects.
- Identify, develop, and manage new and existing client relationships using CRM and external networking tools.
- Conduct prepared meetings and conversations with decision makers to qualify needs and create value.
- Drive market share and revenue growth through assigned and new accounts.
- Negotiate billing rates and terms to maximize profitability while keeping rates competitive.
- Proactively market candidate resumes and work closely with recruiting teams to fill client needs.
- Lead client-facing activities, including on-site meetings and relationship-building events.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 1–3 years’ experience in customer service, leadership, and/or sales (including sales clubs or internships).
- Strong interest in B2B, relationship-based sales.
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Professional presence, urgency, and strong presentation skills.
- Rapid learner with a growth mindset and high standards of integrity.
Compensation & Benefits
- Initial base salary: USD $90,000 per year (plus commission and bonuses).
- Paid, non-exempt 24-week training period.
- Unlimited commission potential and performance-based incentives.
- Quarterly bonuses and top-performer all-expenses-paid trip.
- Company-funded investment plan with dividends.
- Healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- 20 days paid time off (accrual-based).
- Tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, and monthly wellness resources.
Note: Individual compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, and location.
Career Development & Culture
Confidential Client invests in training and internal advancement. You’ll participate in a structured onboarding and ongoing mentorship programs, role-play and job-shadow exercises, and have opportunities to advance into leadership and other roles across the organization. We value inclusion, integrity, and teamwork.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Careertakes for assistance.
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.
Negotiate a higher salary! Check the salary ranges for this job type in your area.
View My Salary Range