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We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance.\nTriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.\nDon't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect - and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.\nApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. TriNet is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.\nAssociate Sales Consultant\nEmerging Talent Opportunity\nAbout the Role\nAre you interested in launching a career in sales? Are you interested in being mentored and coached by exceptional sales leaders? Are you interested in a structured sales development program that will build the foundation for your future success?\nThe Associate Sales Consultant role is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals who want hands-on exposure to a consultative sales environment while learning from experienced sales leaders.\nIn this role, you will support Sales Consultants throughout the sales cycle while developing foundational skills in business communication, client engagement, sales strategy, and prospecting. You will receive structured training, ongoing coaching, and mentorship, with clear pathways for growth into advanced sales or field roles over time.\nThis entry-level role is ideal for individuals who are curious, motivated, and eager to build a long-term career in sales.\nWhat You Will Learn and Do\nSales & Business Development\nDevelop a strong understanding of TriNet’s products, services, and value proposition for small and midsize businesses\nSupport Sales Consultants throughout the sales process, including client engagement and follow-up\nConduct account and market research to identify potential clients, decision makers, and business needs\nAssist with preparing customized presentations, proposals, and client materials\nClient & Partner Engagement\nParticipate in sales meetings and prospect conversations via phone, email, video, and in-person interactions\nDraft professional follow-up communications and help coordinate meetings using Outlook and Microsoft Teams\nBuild confidence communicating with business leaders and internal stakeholders\nTools, Training & Professional Development\nGain hands-on experience with industry-leading sales tools such as Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, Gong, and Highspot\nParticipate in structured onboarding, sales training, and professional development sessions\nReceive coaching and mentorship from experienced sales professionals\nLearn how to manage priorities, timelines, and multiple projects in a fast-paced environment\nOperational Excellence\nMaintain accurate and timely updates in Salesforce CRM\nEnsure administrative and sales support tasks are completed with attention to detail and consistency\nUphold TriNet’s values, policies, and commitment to ethical and inclusive business practices\nCareer Growth\nThe Associate Sales Consultant role is designed as a stepping stone into future sales opportunities at TriNet. Successful Associates may progress into roles such as Field Sales Consultants, based on performance, business needs, and individual career goals. Candidates should be open to relocation for future field sales opportunities as part of long-term career growth.\nQualifications\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred\nOpen to candidates at all experience levels, including recent college graduates\nInternship experience, customer-facing roles, sales exposure, or business experience is a plus but not required\nSkills & Attributes\nStrong verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to build rapport and establish trust with others\nHighly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through\nComfortable learning new tools and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment\nSelf-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn\nProficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM or sales tools is beneficial but not required\nTravel\nUp to 15%\nWork Environment\nWork in clean, pleasant, and comfortable office. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nCompensation & Benefits\nThe preferred location for this role is Minneapolis, MN, and the salary range for this location is $30.29 ($63,000.00) to $35.34 ($73,500.00). All qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role, based in Minneapolis. All qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and consider relocation to Minneapolis and may be considered for remote hire at the company’s discretion. The candidate’s final salary offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, education, work location and experience.\nA candidate’s compensation may also include bonuses consistent with TriNet’s corporate bonus plan.\nAdditionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, TriNet offers permanent full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, a 401(K) savings plan, an employee stock purchase plan, eleven (11) Company observed holidays, PTO and a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information about our benefits offerings: https://www.trinet.com/documents/blt5b61a1040aae1904\nPlease Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. 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