The Emerging Markets Account Executive is responsible for prospecting and developing small business sales relationships with potential clients and closing new and expanded sales agreements. The Small Business Account Executives at Paylocity work in a fast-paced business environment that is very competitive and quota-driven, and targets small businesses. The best Small Business Account Executives are hunters, capable of creating their own activity in the field and constantly looking for that next sale. A strong predictor of success for an Account Executive, is someone who incorporates a consultative approach to their sales technique, has exceptional good prospective skills, the ability to be persistent (but not pushy), and has a passion for what is being sold!
Responsibilities:
Determine prospective customers' needs for Payroll, Human Resources in the mid-size client space.
Present Paylocity services to meet those needs in a specific geographic market.
Prepare and present proposals and provide appropriate follow-up throughout the sales process.
Complete and obtain documentation required for the conversion of data from their previous payroll provider to the Paylocity system.
Work directly with internal departments to insure the client has a smooth transition to their new payroll provider.
Using initiative, develop prospects through telemarketing, referrals, professional and personal contacts and other sources.
Build relationships with CPA's as well as other referral sources
Maintain contact with existing customers to determine needs for additional services.
Attend Paylocity-sponsored trade shows, conferences and other events to promote Paylocity services
Meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales quota for your territory.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Indicators for Success in the Role:
1-2 years' experience in a sales position
Ability to succeed in a competitive environment
Ability to maintain high activity standards
Critical thinking and decision-making skills required in order to handle objections and unexpected situations that may arise throughout the sales cycle
Customer service orientation
Strong presentation skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency with MS Office applications
and the Internet
Paylocity's Awards:
Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2014, 2017, 2018
Glassdoor Highest Rated CEO's 2014, 2017
CIO Applications Top 25 HR Technology Solution Providers 2017
Deloitte Technology Fast 500 2013-2017
DC Digital Top Work Places 2016-2017
101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Chicago 2008-2017
Top 100 Digital Companies in Chicago 2012-2017
Best Places to Work Idaho 2017
Best Places to Work Orlando Business Journal 2016-2017
Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation 2014, 2017
Our award-winning culture has made this the place employees want to be. We have plenty of opportunities for you to grow your career within Paylocity, and offer benefits like Tuition Reimbursement so you can continue to learn and develop your skills. You could say our growth game is strong. We also reward hard work with a flexible, casual work environment and plenty of perks. From picnics, to game nights, to holiday parties, there's no shortage of ways to have fun.
Paid Parental Leave Ample volunteer opportunities and events
Health and wellness program
Stock purchasing options (NASDAQ: PCTY)
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At Paylocity, "We" is what makes us different. We are committed to fostering a culture that honors diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds, knowing that each makes us stronger and collectively unbeatable together. We actively cultivate these differences as we engage each other in driving innovation in the software and services we provide our customers. Paylocity is an equal opportunity employer. This excludes CO applicants