Entry Level Recruiter | Sales Trainee

Actalent • Woodland Hills, KY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Actalent is seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Recruiter | Sales Trainee to build trusted relationships with engineering and science consultants under the Actalent brand, or corporate professionals under the Aston Carter brand. The role focuses on helping professionals advance their careers while supporting clients with specialized talent. The recruiter owns the full recruiting lifecycle, from understanding hiring managers’ needs and sourcing candidates to screening, placement preparation, and ongoing consultant support.

The position includes a structured, comprehensive training program with role plays, job shadows, and teach-backs, as well as formal and informal mentorship. Actalent describes a supportive culture that encourages employee development and internal career advancement. The role is onsite, not telecommuting. Compensation includes a paid, non-exempt 13-week training period, followed by an initial base salary of $45,000, increasing to $55,000 after one year of employment. Recruiters may also earn commissions and performance-based incentives, including quarterly bonuses.

Requirements

• Experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment.
• Interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work in a performance-based environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in customer service, leadership, or sales is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Meet with hiring managers to understand their needs.
• Source qualified professionals through various recruiting tools.
• Interview and conduct reference checks with potential consultants, learning about their goals, skills, and interests to assess alignment.
• Communicate work opportunities and prepare consultants to start new roles.
• Coach consultants for interviews, check in on their first day, and maintain contact throughout their employment to support satisfaction and engagement.
• Maintain a network of consultants with industry-specific skill sets.
• Build trusted relationships with professionals and support their career advancement.

Benefits

• Unlimited commission potential.
• Paid salary during the non-exempt 13-week training period.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Quarterly bonuses.
• All-expenses-paid annual trip for top performers.
• Company-funded investment plan with paid dividends.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• 20 days of paid time off accrued per year.
• Cell phone allowance after the first year.
• Employee discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Monthly wellness calls.
• Continued education and training.
• Formal and informal mentorship programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level