Sales Development Associate - Mentorship & Growth Path

TriNet; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

TriNet is hiring an Associate Sales Consultant in Irvine, CA as an entry-level pathway into sales. You will support seasoned Sales Consultants through the full sales cycle, learn TriNet’s products, and receive structured onboarding and coaching.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with industry tools like Salesforce, LinkedIn Navigator, ZoomInfo, Gong, and Highspot, while developing client engagement and presentation skills for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Open to candidates at all experience levels
• Internship experience, customer-facing roles, sales exposure, or business experience is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Support Sales Consultants throughout the sales process, including client engagement and follow-up
• Conduct account and market research to identify potential clients, decision makers, and business needs
• Assist with preparing customized presentations, proposals, and client materials
• Draft professional follow-up communications and help coordinate meetings using Outlook and Microsoft Teams
• Build confidence communicating with business leaders and internal stakeholders

Skills

Communication

Rapport building

Highly organized

Adaptable

Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Salesforce

LinkedIn Navigator

ZoomInfo

Gong

Highspot

Job description

TriNet is hiring an Associate Sales Consultant in Irvine, CA as an entry-level pathway into sales. You will support seasoned Sales Consultants through the full sales cycle, learn TriNet’s products, and receive structured onboarding and coaching.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with industry tools like Salesforce, LinkedIn Navigator, ZoomInfo, Gong, and Highspot, while developing client engagement and presentation skills for long-term career growth.