Account Executive

Sterling Engineering; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering and staffing firm is looking for an Account Executive in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. This role involves developing client relationships, identifying potential business opportunities, and executing marketing plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a competitive spirit. Competitive compensation, 401k contributions, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Energy, competitiveness, and tenacity are essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, initiate, and secure new accounts within target industries.
• Develop prospect lists and generate new business.
• Conduct business development activities to promote services.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate energy, competitiveness, and tenacity

Proven ability to grasp technical/technology concepts

Consistent follow up and communication with clients and candidates

Education

Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience

Job description

Base Pay Range

$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Title: Account Executive

Location: Oakbrook, IL

What role will you play?

As an Account Executive you are an integral part of our business development team. You will be identifying potential opportunities and developing client relationships through research, referrals, networking, and cold calling. This position will initiate contacts with prospective clients by connecting with key stakeholders within organizations and presenting Sterling as a recruitment and staffing partner. This role reports to the Division Manager.

Responsibilities

• Identify, initiate, and secure new accounts within target industry vertical
• Develop prospect lists, execute a marketing plan, and generate new business
• Identify and engage with client contacts using sales tools and methods (social media, company database, networking events, cold calling, etc.)
• Conduct business development activities as required to promote Sterling’s service offerings through office visits, presentations, and overall communication
• Persistence in prospecting activities and maintain or exceed expected key performance indicators (KPI’s)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience preferred
• Demonstrate energy, competitiveness, and tenacity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to grasp technical/technology concepts as it pertains to functional job requirements
• Consistent follow up and communication with clients and candidates

What can you expect?

• To become an Owner in Sterling Engineering, by earning Stock Ownership annually, as well as company contributions into your 401k!
• To be surrounded by a team who is passionate, loyal, competitive, and driven
• Along with a highly competitive base compensation, to be rewarded for your individual contributions and recognized for your successes with commissions, quarterly & annual bonuses and the like
• To receive consistent training and professional development
• The ability to create your own career path within a fast-growing organization

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Management

Industries

Civil Engineering and Utilities

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance