Outbound Growth Account Executive

PAYLOCITY CORPORATION•Schaumburg, IL

49m•$50,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture. While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce. We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business. As part of the Sales & Marketing team, you’ll help us solve challenges and succeed as you grow and understand the unique needs of our clients and tailor easy-to-use solutions to deliver the performance they need. With a position in Sales & Marketing, you’ll strengthen our relationships with clients, anticipate their needs, and think outside the box to unlock new possibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or military service preferred.
1–2 years of proven success in a sales role.
Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics).
Strong written, verbal, and virtual presentation skills.
Ability to thrive in a competitive, high-activity sales environment.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Critical thinking and sound decision-making skills, especially when handling objections or unexpected situations.
Ability to manage administrative components of the sales cycle (documentation, file management, contract coordination).
Customer service orientation and ability to build strong internal and external partnerships.
Proficiency with MS Office applications and general internet usage.
Must report to an approved Paylocity location.
Willingness and ability to travel within assigned territory as needed.

Responsibilities

Execute the full sales process with every assigned lead.
Conduct virtual product demonstrations showcasing the full Paylocity technology stack.
Determine prospective clients’ HR and payroll needs and present tailored solutions.
Prepare and deliver proposals and maintain timely follow-up throughout the sales cycle.
Generate new business through outbound efforts including telemarketing, referrals, networking, and personal/professional contacts.
Build and maintain relationships with partners and other referral sources.
Organize, complete, and obtain required documentation for conversion from prior payroll providers to Paylocity.
Partner cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure smooth client transitions.
Maintain accurate activity, forecast, and pipeline reports as requested.
Stay current on HCM trends, product knowledge, and industry changes.
Attend weekly meetings and trainings on site.
Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales quotas.
Other duties as assigned.