PEO Sales Executive (Business Development Consultant)

CLEAR Employer Services•Newtown Township, PA

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About The Position

Clear Employer Services is a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO), payroll, HR, and employee benefits provider supporting small and mid-sized businesses. The company delivers customized workforce solutions that help employers focus on growth while Clear manages payroll processing, HR administration, benefits, compliance, and risk management. As a Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) and ESAC-accredited PEO, Clear emphasizes strong compliance, financial stability, and high-quality client service. Clear is a preferred payroll and PEO partner of Independence Blue Cross, offering competitive healthcare and benefit solutions that enhance employee retention and experience. The organization serves clients across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and beyond, supporting a broad range of industries from professional services and healthcare to construction and manufacturing. We are seeking a high-performing PEO Sales Executive to drive new business development and expand our client base through strategic partnerships and direct sales. This role is responsible for identifying, engaging, and closing small to mid-sized businesses that can benefit from a comprehensive Professional Employer Organization (PEO) solution. The ideal candidate brings deep consultative sales expertise, strong knowledge of HR, benefits, and risk mitigation, and a proven ability to sell complex, multi-service solutions.

Requirements

3+ years of B2B sales experience (PEO, payroll, benefits, or HR solutions strongly preferred)
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding quota
Experience selling consultative, multi-product solutions
Strong understanding of: HR compliance and employment practices, Employee benefits structures, Payroll and tax fundamentals
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Self-starter with strong pipeline discipline and closing ability

Nice To Haves

Experience in PEO, ASO, or HCM sales
Established network of referral partners (brokers, CPAs, etc.)
Familiarity with CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.)
Knowledge of multistate compliance and co-employment model

Responsibilities

Drive full-cycle sales: prospecting, discovery, proposal development, and closing
Identify and target companies (typically 10–250 employees) that align with our ideal client profile
Conduct needs analysis across HR, payroll, benefits, compliance, and workers’ compensation
Present tailored PEO solutions that demonstrate ROI, cost savings, and risk reduction
Build a strong pipeline through referrals, networking & strategic partnerships (CPAs, Brokers)
Collaborate internally (HR, underwriting, implementation) for accurate proposals & smooth onboarding
Maintain CRM data integrity and sales activity reporting
Stay current on employment law, benefits trends, and competitive offerings