Associate Sales Consultant - Atlanta, GA (July 2027)

TriNet•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

TriNet is a provider of human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses, including payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance, employee benefits, retirement plans, and workers’ compensation insurance. The Associate Sales Consultant is an entry-level role for people seeking to build a career in sales. The role provides hands-on exposure to a consultative sales environment, structured training, ongoing coaching, and mentorship. Associates support Sales Consultants throughout the sales cycle while developing skills in business communication, client engagement, sales strategy, and prospecting. The position is intended as a pathway to future sales opportunities, including Field Sales Consultant roles, depending on performance, business needs, and career goals. Candidates should be open to relocating for future field sales opportunities. The preferred location is Atlanta, Georgia. Qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role in Atlanta. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to consider relocation to Atlanta and may be considered for remote hire at the company’s discretion. Travel is up to 15%. The salary range for Atlanta is $60,000 to $70,000, and compensation may also include bonuses under TriNet’s corporate bonus plan. Final salary offers depend on skills, education, work location, and experience. The position works in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office. TriNet states that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; TriNet cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build rapport and establish trust with others.
Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Comfort learning new tools and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Self-motivation, adaptability, and eagerness to learn.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available.
Candidates should be open to relocation for future field sales opportunities.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
Internship experience, customer-facing roles, sales exposure, or business experience is a plus but is not required.
Familiarity with CRM or sales tools is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of TriNet’s products, services, and value proposition for small and midsize businesses.
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.
Help prepare customized presentations, proposals, and client materials.
Participate in sales meetings and prospect conversations by phone, email, video, and in person.
Draft professional follow-up communications and help coordinate meetings using Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
Participate in structured onboarding, sales training, and professional development sessions.
Maintain accurate and timely updates in Salesforce CRM.
Complete administrative and sales-support tasks with attention to detail and consistency.
Uphold TriNet’s values, policies, and commitment to ethical and inclusive business practices.
Manage priorities, timelines, and multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.