Associate Sales Consultant

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance. 

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR. 

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Associate Sales Consultant

A Brief Overview

Are you passionate about building a career in sales? As an Associate Sales Consultant, you'll join a dynamic team gaining hands-on experience by supporting our expert Sales Consultants with strategic initiatives. You will master the art of navigating intricate, consultative sales processes and forging strong relationships with clients and partners. This exciting entry-level role is your gateway to comprehensive training and a promising future in sales.

What you will do

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of TriNet’s products and services that support the SMB industry.
• Assist Sales Consultants with sales preparation activities, including performing account research, updating Salesforce CRM, and tailoring presentations and proposals.
• Attend sales meetings and engage with prospects and partners via phone, email, video calls, or in person. Use Outlook and Teams to send follow-up emails and schedule meetings.
• Support lead generation and prospecting by researching potential accounts, identifying decision-makers, and compiling prospecting lists.
• Leverage essential sales tools such as Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, Gong, and Highspot to effectively support the sales teams.
• Engage in professional development workshops, sales training sessions, and mentorship programs to enhance foundational skills in sales and business acumen.
• Ensure that all administrative tasks are completed promptly and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Consistently reflect TriNet's core values in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Be open to relocation for future field sales roles.
   

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience preferred. 
   

Experience Qualifications

• Open to candidates of all experience levels, including recent college graduates.
• Prior internship, sales, customer-facing, or business experience is a plus.
   

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to establish trust, credibility, and rapport with others.
• Strong skills in data-gathering, research, and analysis to support sales strategies.
• Outstanding time management, prioritization, and organizational capabilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethical standards, and the inclusion of diverse perspectives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Salesforce.com and other sales tools is advantageous.
• High attention to detail and consistent follow-through.
   

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25%
   

Work Environment

This is an in-office position with 6 days hybrid flexibility per month. Your work environment should be clean, pleasant, and comfortable whether in the office or in a home setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The preferred location for this role is Atlanta, GA, and the salary range for this location is $28.85 to $38.46.  All qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role, based in Atlanta.  All qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and consider relocation to Atlanta and may be considered for remote hire at the company’s discretion. The candidate’s final salary offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, education, work location and experience.

A candidate’s compensation may also include bonuses consistent with TriNet’s corporate bonus plan.

Additionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, TriNet offers permanent full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, a 401(K) savings plan, an employee stock purchase plan, eleven (11) Company observed holidays, PTO and a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information about our benefits offerings:  https://www.trinet.com/documents/blt5b61a1040aae1904 

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity. 

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.