Sales Representative

ADP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Matched Retirement Savings

Wellness Program

Disability insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

ADP is hiring a Sales Representative for Major Accounts in Chicago. You will sell ADP’s HCM solutions to mid to large clients, managing full sales cycles and forecasting pipeline. Participate in ongoing training and leverage ADP’s technology to drive revenue in a defined territory.

You will engage decision-makers, collaborate with internal teams, and act as a trusted advisor delivering measurable outcomes. Base salary is complemented by potential bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Adaptability and emotional intelligence to adjust to changing sales scenarios while building rapport.
• Strong business acumen to translate drivers into actionable solutions for clients.
• Clear, persuasive communication tailored to diverse stakeholders.
• Resilience and grit to stay motivated in a competitive sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Own a defined territory and execute a top-down sales strategy to win new clients.
• Drive full sales cycle: prospecting, qualifying, presenting, negotiating, and closing.

Skills

Adaptability

Emotional Intelligence

Critical Thinking

Business Acumen

Communication

Persuasion

Grit

Resilience

Sales Execution

Territory Management

Modern Selling

Job description

ADP is hiring a Sales Representative: Major Accounts, Core. ADP Major Accounts supports mid to large, complex organizations (typically 50-999) by delivering scalable, enterprise grade HCM solutions across payroll, HR, benefits, time, talent, compliance, and analytics. Clients in this segment often have multi location workforces and sophisticated regulatory requirements, requiring customized solutions, system integrations, advanced reporting, and a dedicated service model focused on long term partnership, compliance accuracy, and operational excellence.

In this role, you will sell human resources technology within a designated geographic territory to cultivate new business opportunities and drive strategic discussions around human capital management (HCM) initiatives for companies with 50 -- 159 employees. You will manage complete sales cycles, sell ADP's suite of solutions (40+ products and services) to executives, and accurately forecast your sales pipeline. ADP is here to support you and your goals with continuous sales training and the latest technology to set you up for success as you manage your book of business.

If you're motivated, consultative, competitive, and excited about uncapped earning potential, this is your opportunity.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Grow Our Business While Growing Your Career.

• Own a defined, protected territory and execute a top-down sales strategy to win new clients.
• Drive the full sales cycle--prospecting, qualifying, presenting, negotiating, and closing.

Turn Prospects into Loyal Clients and Raving Fans.

• You will implement a sales strategy targeted to decision-makers and business owners to build a network and capture new business.
• Utilize multi-channel prospecting techniques to engage decision-makers and secure qualified appointments.

Leverage the Power of the ADP Network

• Collaborate with internal ADP partners to cross-sell and expand within current accounts.
• Engage with warm leads from marketing, channel partners, and existing ADP relationships.

Be a Trusted Partner

• Act as a consultative partner who understands client challenges and connects them to meaningful outcomes.
• Represent ADP with professionalism, integrity, and solutions that improve employee experience.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Required Qualifications

• Adaptability & Emotional Intelligence -- Ability to adjust to changing sales situations while demonstrating empathy, awareness, and rapport building.
• Critical Thinking & Business Acumen -- Understand business drivers and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Strong Communication & Persuasion -- Deliver compelling, confident messaging to diverse stakeholders.
• Grit & Resilience -- Stay motivated, persistent, and growth-oriented in a competitive environment.
• Sales Execution & Territory Management -- Execute consistently with a structured approach to prospecting, pipeline management, and closing.
• Modern Selling Skills -- Combine sales technology and AI-driven tools and data insights to drive pipelines and revenue.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two+ years of quota-carrying, outside business-to-business sales experience, preferably in HCM, Technology, Business Development, Uniform, or Software Sales
• Proven success in consultative selling, B2B sales, and new business prospecting

You’ll Love Working Here Because You Can

• Be yourself in a culture that values equity, inclusion, and belonging and creates a safe space for diverse perspectives and insights.
• Belong by joining one of our Business Resource Groups where you can connect globally with networks and allies who share common interests and experiences.
• Grow your career in an agile, fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities to progress.
• Continuously learn. Ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities for even the most insatiable learner.
• Be your healthiest. Best-in-class benefits start on Day 1 because healthy associates are happy ones.
• Balance work and life. Resources and flexibility to more easily integrate your work and your life.
• Focus on your mental health and well-being. We're here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and none of that happens without each of us taking care of ourselves and being there for one another.
• Join a company committed to giving back and generating a lasting, positive impact upon the communities in which we work and live.
• Get paid to pay it forward. Company-paid time off for volunteering for causes you care about.

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity or commissions. We offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matched Retirement Savings, Wellness Program, Short-and Long-Term Disability, Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Paid Volunteer Time Off, and more. The compensation for this role is USD $50,100.00 - USD $99,800.00 / Year*

• Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage or minimum exempt salary requirement under federal, state and local laws.

A little about ADP:

We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP:

ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP:

ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace.