Paylocity

HCM Account Executive

Paylocity$57K — $107K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • HS diploma or equivalent required; college degree strongly desired
  • 3-5 years' experience in a sales position
  • Competitive mindset with a proven sales success record
  • Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office and internet applications
  • Ability to manage time effectively and maintain high activity standards

Responsibilities

  • Generate new business opportunities consistently using company expertise
  • Schedule and present services to prospective clients
  • Prepare and follow up on proposals throughout the sales process
  • Facilitate the client transition to Paylocity's system
  • Collaborate with internal departments for client onboarding
  • Develop prospects through diverse networking efforts
  • Maintain relationships with existing customers and identify additional service needs
  • Attend industry events to promote Paylocity services
  • Meet or exceed sales quotas within assigned territory

Benefits

  • Fully remote position with flexibility in work location
  • Support for continuous growth in a competitive environment
  • Engagement with a dynamic team focusing on client success
  • Opportunities for professional networking at events
  • Access to a variable commission plan and annual bonuses
  • Inclusion in restricted stock grants based on performance
  • Comprehensive range of benefits offered
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

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.

This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements.? You must be available five days per week during designated work hours.? The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for prospecting and developing business sales relationships with potential

clients and closing new and expanded sales agreements. This role at Paylocity works in a fastpaced business environment that is very competitive and quota-driven, and targets medium-sized

businesses (49-499 employees). This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and

pursuing new business opportunities, with a strong emphasis on independently generating activity

in the field. Success is supported by a consultative sales approach, effective prospecting

techniques, persistence throughout the sales cycle, and a solid understanding of the value and

impact of the solution being offered.

Primary Responsibilities

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To

perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to generate net-new business opportunities on a consistent basis, 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
• HS diploma or equivalent required. College degree strongly desired
• 3-5 years' experience in a sales position
• Ability to succeed in a competitive environment
• Ability to maintain high activity standards
• Proven track record of sales success
• 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

Physical Requirements
• 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

The pay range for this position is $57,900 - $107,500 /yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for our variable commission plan, annual bonus, and restricted stock until grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers .

Your personal data will be processed for recruitment purposes in accordance with our Notice of Privacy Practices for Job Applicants and applicable data protection laws.

About Paylocity

Paylocity Holding Corporation provides cloud-based payroll and human capital management (HCM) software solutions for medium-sized organizations in the United States. The company offers Payroll module that enables clients to automate key payroll processes and manage compliance; Core HR module, which provides a set of HR capabilities enabling clients to manage HR data; and Talent module that enable clients to manage their talent throughout employees' tenures, starting at recruiting and carrying through onboarding, learning, and performance management. It also provides Workforce Management module that enables clients to manage their time and labor processes; Benefits module, which offers benefit management solutions for healthcare and retirement plans; and Analytics module that enables clients to analyze and report on their business data. In addition, the company provides implementation and training, client and employee self-service, and online support and customer resources services. It markets and sells its products through direct sales force primarily to clients in the professional services, technology, retail, and financial services industries. Paylocity Holding Corporation was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Learn more about Paylocity
Size
4,150 employees
Market Cap
$10.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$67.1 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+23.2%
Revenue
$584.3 million
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