HCM Account Executive

Paylocity; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000

Job description

Description

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.

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.

Position Overview

The HCM Account Executive is responsible for prospecting and developing emerging market business sales relationships with potential clients and closing new and expanded sales agreements. The HCM Account Executives at Paylocity work in a fast-paced business environment that is very competitive and quota-driven and targets small businesses. The best HCM 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 prospective skills, the ability to be persistent, and has a passion for what is being sold!

Location: Remote office residing within the Houston territory

Reports To: Director of Sales

Responsibilities

• Ability to generate net-new business opportunities, leveraging the company’s expertise, industry profile, and knowledge of the industry
• Schedule and present Paylocity services with prospective clients
• Prepare and present proposals and provide appropriate follow-up throughout the sales process
• Organize, complete and obtain documentation required for clients to move to Paylocity system
• Work directly with internal departments to ensure smooth transition for client
• Using initiative, develop prospects through telemarketing, referrals, professional and personal contacts and other sources
• Build and maintain relationships within the Broker channel as well as other referral sources
• Maintain contact with existing customers to determine needs for additional services
• Attend 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

Education and Experience

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent
• 3-5 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
• Mobility required for sitting, standing and walking
• Mobility required for driving to prospective client sites
• Manual/finger dexterity required in both hands to operate computer keyboard and manipulate small objects
• Sensory ability required to see, hear and touch
• Mental effort required for reading, writing, visualization, calculation and analysis
• Job duties usually performed in an office environment with uniform temperatures and normal air conditions

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.