Account Executive

AppleOne Employment Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Jacksonville is seeking an experienced Account Executive to join our blended desk, combining business development and recruiting. If you’re energized by winning new clients as well as finding the right candidate, you’ll fit right in.

This isn’t a role where you’ll be handed a book of business. You’ll be a hunter who opens doors, builds long‑term partnerships, and creates opportunities for both clients and candidates while managing the full sales cycle.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in staffing, recruiting, or business development.
• Proven success in both sales and recruiting.
• Self-starter with a competitive drive and urgency.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outbound calls, networking events, and face-to-face client meetings.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop new business through cold calling, networking, referrals, and in-person client visits.
• Build lasting relationships with hiring managers across the Jacksonville and North Florida markets.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing new staffing partnerships.
• Recruit, interview, and place top talent for direct hire and temporary opportunities.
• Partner with clients to understand hiring needs and develop strategic staffing solutions.
• Source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, networking, and creative sourcing strategies.
• Conduct interviews, negotiate offers, and guide candidates through the hiring process.
• Manage client accounts while consistently growing your territory.
• Stay informed on local market trends, hiring activity, and competitive intelligence.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Recruiting

Hunter mentality

Relationship building

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job boards

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Account Executive to join our Jacksonville team. This is a true blended desk for someone who thrives on both business development and recruiting. If you're energized by winning new clients just as much as finding the right candidate, you'll fit right in.

This isn't a role where you'll be handed a book of business. We're looking for a hunter—someone who enjoys opening doors, building long-term partnerships, and creating opportunities for both clients and candidates.

What You'll Do

• Prospect and develop new business through cold calling, networking, referrals, and in-person client visits.
• Build lasting relationships with hiring managers across the Jacksonville and North Florida market(s).
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing new staffing partnerships.
• Recruit, interview, and place top talent for direct hire and temporary opportunities.
• Partner with clients to understand hiring needs and develop strategic staffing solutions.
• Source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, networking, and creative sourcing strategies.
• Conduct interviews, negotiate offers, and guide candidates through the hiring process.
• Manage client accounts while consistently growing your territory.
• Stay informed on local market trends, hiring activity, and competitive intelligence.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of staffing, recruiting, or business development experience.
• Proven success in both sales and recruiting preferred.
• A self-starter with a competitive drive and strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable making outbound calls, attending networking events, and meeting clients face-to-face.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to build your own book of business with the support of an established national organization.
• A collaborative, high-performing team that celebrates wins together.
• Industry-leading recruiting tools and technology.
• Unlimited earning potential through a competitive base salary plus uncapped commission.
• Career growth opportunities with a company that invests in its people.