Commission-Based Sales Trainee - Atlanta

Talentpoel

5d • Remote

About The Position

Talentpoel connects top African and global talent with fast-growing startups and companies around the world. We’re building a vibrant community of professionals, founders, and innovators.
Recognized as Africa’s Best Recruitment Firm (2024) and a 2025 MEA Trailblazer in Recruitment, we’re scaling fast and expanding our global footprint. Talentpoel is hiring a Sales Trainee in Atlanta to support our enrollment and revenue growth across consulting, tutoring, test preparation, and self-study programs. This is a hands-on training role designed for individuals who want real-world experience in sales operations, lead conversion, and client engagement within a fast-growing education startup.
As a Sales Trainee, you will work closely with our sales and operations team to manage leads, support consultations, follow up with prospects, and ensure a smooth journey from inquiry to enrollment. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn structured sales processes while earning commission-based income.
Successful trainees who consistently meet performance expectations will be upgraded to a paid Associate role at Talentpoel.

Requirements

• Lead & CRM Management
• Ensure timely follow-up and lead progression
• Sales & Enrollment Support
• Engage prospects via calls, messages, and follow-ups
• Schedule consultations and onboarding sessions
• Guide prospects through program and enrollment options
• Sales Execution
• Follow approved sales scripts, workflows, and SOPs
• Re-engage inactive or stalled leads
• Communicate professionally and consistently
• Reporting & Performance Tracking
• Track leads contacted, consultations booked, and enrollments closed
• Share weekly activity updates
• Monitor progress against sales targets and KPIs

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate CRM records for leads, consultations, and enrollments
• Ensure timely follow-up and lead progression
• Engage prospects via calls, messages, and follow-ups
• Schedule consultations and onboarding sessions
• Guide prospects through program and enrollment options
• Follow approved sales scripts, workflows, and SOPs
• Re-engage inactive or stalled leads
• Communicate professionally and consistently
• Track leads contacted, consultations booked, and enrollments closed
• Share weekly activity updates
• Monitor progress against sales targets and KPIs

Benefits

• Structured onboarding and sales training provided by the company
• Access to approved sales scripts, SOPs, and sales tools
• Ongoing feedback, performance reviews, and coaching
• Commission-based compensation per deal closed successfully during the training period.
• The role is fully remote with a flexible working schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed