Overview:Actalent connects passion with purpose and our vision is to impact millions of lives through engineering and sciences efforts.We're looking for a highly motivated Entry-Level Recruiter/Sales Trainee to join our team and help us advance the careers of STEM professionals doing complex and cutting-edge work. Building trusted relationships with our network of engineering and sciences consultants is a key part of our company strategy. If you're enthusiastic about partnering with bright and sharp individuals, understanding what makes them tick, and helping them achieve their career goals- keep reading, we might be a great match!No previous industry experience is required.About ActalentWith global headquarters outside of Baltimore, MD, Actalent has an existing network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, including many of the Fortune 500. We give clients access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market, supporting engineering and science initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences talent services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.You WillYou will own the full recruiting lifecycle, including:
Meeting with hiring managers to understand their needs
Sourcing qualified STEM professionals through various recruiting tools
Screening potential consultants through interviews and reference checks, while learning about their goals, skills, and interests to ensure alignment
Communicating work opportunities and preparing consultants for starting their new roles
Performing critical relationship-building activities, including coaching your consultants for interviews, checking in on their first day of work, and keeping in touch throughout their employment to ensure their satisfaction and engagement
Maintaining a network of consultants that align with top industry-specific skill sets
Building trusted relationships with your network of STEM professionals to ultimately be seen as a partner in helping them advance their career
We WillWe commit to providing continued education and training throughout your career to keep your skillset sharp and competitive:
You'll take part in a comprehensive, structured training program to prepare you for your role, including role plays, job shadows and teach-backs to create camaraderie and ensure you become a subject matter expert within your industry.
Throughout your career at Actalent, you will engage in both formal and informal mentorship programs to progress toward your personal and professional goals.
At every step of the way, you will be surrounded by a positive and supportive culture that encourages everyone to help develop themselves and others.
Actalent promotes almost exclusively from within. Employees have the opportunity to develop and advance into leadership, management or explore other opportunities across our business.
Our Qualifiers
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in customer service, leadership, or sales a plus
Experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment
Interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Desire to work in a performance-based environment
Our Perks
Unlimited commission potential
Paid 13-week training period to start
Initial base salary of $45,000 after hourly paid training period, increasing to $55,000 after one year of employment
Our top 10% of recruiters earned an average of $68,000 in year one, $130,000 in year two, and $195,000 in year five (2021 data).
Performance-based incentives
Quarterly bonuses
All-expenses-paid annual trips for top performers
Company-funded investment plan with paid dividends
Benefits
Healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)
20 days paid time off (accrued per year)
Cell phone allowance after first year
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement program
Monthly wellness calls
Our CultureThe Actalent experience is one of high standards for professional and personal growth, integrity, and inclusivity. Everyone has ownership in the Actalent culture. We ask each member of our team to help us build our culture by:
Bringing their best selves to work every day in terms of caring, competitive spirit and character
Leading by example and working with purpose and pride
Committing to fostering an inclusive and safe workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves
Our CommitmentActalent is an equal opportunity employer. We understand the power of a diverse team, celebrate differences, and promote inclusive and accessible environments. To support our colleagues in being their authentic selves and give everyone opportunities for allyship, we offer a range of employee resource groups.
Actalent PRIDE
Empowered Women at Actalent
BIPOC
Military and First Responder
Strong Voices (Bringing people of color together to successfully build relationships through mentorship and high performing partnerships)
Our Corporate Social Responsibility Strategic PartnershipsWe form alliances with diversity related national organizations for the contributions they make to the communities we serve, their ability to help our organization make an impact on diversity recruitment in the marketplace and the development offerings they have for our internal employees and consultants. See below for a list of current strategic partners:
BEYA - Black Engineer of the Year Awards
SHPE - Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
Women of Color Stem Conference
Linkage's Women in Leadership Institute
Girlstart
SAE Foundation
SMASH
National Urban League
SASE - Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
Allegis Group FoundationThe Allegis Group Foundation is a central part of our commitment to giving back to the communities in which we work and live. Did you know that the Allegis Group Foundation can accelerate your efforts to create meaningful change in our communities? Incorporated in 2000, this philanthropic arm of our business awards direct grants to nonprofit organizations and provides additional financial support through our Employee/Office Match Program.Check out our Instagram and LinkedIn to see what it's like to be part of our team: instagram.com/weareactalent | https://www.linkedin.com/company/actalentservices#actalentinternal #LI-OnsiteTelecommuteNoActalent is an equal opportunity employer.