Account Executive - Construction Sector

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD80,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
This is an opportunity to join a leading recruitment consultancy firm in the heart of downtown Chicago, supporting an established, yet growing customer base in the construction sector.
  • Uncapped Commissions, High Base Salary, Merit-based Promotions
  • Inviting company culture with strong benefits and hybrid work model

About Our Client

Michael Page is an industry leading global recruitment firm operating out 37 countries! What makes us different? At Michael Page, you will have the opportunity to run a 360 desk, owning all your client and candidate relationships starting from day one in the role. We provide our clients with targeted searches for selective candidates, partnering with them to find the best talent in the industry. We do not just find our client the right candidates, but we also provide them with market information and best recruitment practices based on our expertise. We provide this same service for our candidates! We strive to let our candidates know what we are seeing in the market, share best ways to approach their job search and directly connect them to our clients who are actively hiring. Michael Page isn't a place to simply have a job, this is the place to build a long last career.

Job Description

  • Manage new and existing customer accounts for exceptional business outcomes
  • Be responsible for "hunting" new business opportunities and lead generation
  • Manage the process from interview through offer stage and close of sale
  • Manage your own portfolio of candidates and clients, both existing and new
  • Search, source, and screen potential candidates, utilizing multiple online resources
  • Build close partnerships with clients and help their business grow by developing and delivering the best solutions for attracting candidates
  • Mentor and develop entry level sales consultants across the office
  • Have an involvement in proposal process by developing and pitching proposals
  • Negotiate Commercial Terms of business and rates



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Sales Account Executive should have:

  • 3+ years of proven sales experience, achieving or exceeding targets
  • A strong understanding of the sales process and customer relationship management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to identify client needs and propose tailored solutions.
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
  • Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
  • Uncapped Quarterly Commissions
  • 20 Days Annual Vacation and 11 Paid Holidays
  • Free gym membership
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage from day 1
  • 401K Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Hybrid & remote opportunity
  • Additional Office and Team based incentives
Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7044062

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Construction Director
Industry
Business Services
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ed Lieser
Job Reference
JN-062026-7044062