Negotiation Specialist

atom.com•Hoffman Estates, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ability to Commute: Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 (Required) Come build something real at a fast-growing tech startup, where your work on day one actually moves the business. We're looking for someone with real negotiation instinct who's ready to close high-stakes, two-party deals. The Role As our Negotiations Specialist, you'll negotiate domain deals directly between buyers and sellers. This isn't lead generation; the leads exist. What we need is someone who can pick up a live negotiation, understand what both sides actually want, and drive it to a close that works for everyone. No domain industry experience needed; we're looking for instinct, confidence, and the drive to see a deal through even when it gets complicated. About Atom Atom is an AI-native premium domain marketplace helping startups and established businesses secure a strong name and build a stronger brand. Our curated collection of world-class brandable domains, paired with intelligent discovery, makes finding the right domain fast and seamless, while our platform supports the entire naming journey, from idea generation to trademark support and brand monitoring. We're a fast-growing, AI-first company, and this role is a chance to get hands-on experience with real, high-stakes negotiations while learning directly from experienced operators.

Requirements

1-3 years in sales, negotiation, or a high-stakes client-facing role
Real negotiation instinct: the ability to read a room, hold a position, and find the close
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
High ownership mindset and follow-through, even when a deal gets difficult
Comfort working in a fast-paced, startup-style environment
No domain industry experience required; aptitude and drive matter more than background

Nice To Haves

Experience in real estate, high-ticket sales, or other two-party negotiation environments

Responsibilities

Negotiate directly with both buyers and sellers on live domain transactions
Manage each deal from active negotiation through signed close
Represent Atom professionally over email and phone in high-stakes conversations
Read what each party actually needs and structure terms that get deals done
Keep deals moving and communicate clearly at every stage
Flag sticking points early and problem-solve through them rather than letting deals stall