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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.

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

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 Human Capital Management (HCM) Account Executive at Paylocity work in a fast-paced business environment that is very competitive and quota-driven, targeting medium-sized companies. The best Human Capital Management (HCM) Account Executive are hunters, capable of creating their own activity in the field and constantly looking for that next sale. A strong predictor of success for a Human Capital Management (HCM) 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! Our corporate sales office is based in Schaumburg, Illinois. However, we are looking for Human Capital Management (HCM) Account Executives across the nation -this position is fully-remote from a home office! 

Location 

Remote office in Pittsburgh, PA territory

Reports To

Director of Sales

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, leveraging the company’s expertise, industry profile, and knowledge of the industrySchedule and present Paylocity services with prospective clientsPrepare and present proposals and provide appropriate follow-up throughout the sales processOrganize, complete and obtain documentation required for clients to move to Paylocity systemWork directly with internal departments to ensure smooth transition for clientUsing initiative, develop prospects through telemarketing, referrals, professional and personal contacts and other sourcesBuild and maintain relationships within the Broker channel as well as other referral sources Maintain contact with existing customers to determine needs for additional servicesAttend trade shows, conferences and other events to promote Paylocity servicesMeet or exceed quarterly and annual sales quota for your territoryOther duties as assigned

Requirements

Highschool Diploma or equivalent3-5 years’ experience in a sales positionAbility to succeed in a competitive environmentAbility to maintain high activity standardsCritical thinking and decision-making skills required in order to handle objections and unexpected situations that may arise throughout the sales cycleCustomer service orientationStrong presentation skillsStrong written and oral communication skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsProficiency with MS Office applications and the InternetMobility required for sitting, standing and walkingMobility required for driving to prospective client sitesManual/finger dexterity required in both hands to operate computer keyboard and manipulate small objectsSensory ability required to see, hear and touchMental effort required for reading, writing, visualization, calculation and analysisJob 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. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact accessibility@paylocity.com.  This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.

The pay range for this position is $60,000-$95,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for our variable commission plan and an annual restricted stock unit 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.