Associate Sales Consultant - Minneapolis, MN

About the role

The 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of TriNet’s products, services, and value proposition for small and midsize businesses
• Support Sales Consultants throughout the sales process, including client engagement and follow-up
• Conduct account and market research to identify potential clients, decision makers, and business needs
• Aid in preparing customized presentations, proposals, and client materials
• Participate in sales meetings and prospect conversations via phone, email, video, and in-person interactions
• Draft professional follow-up communications and help coordinate meetings using Outlook and Microsoft Teams
• Maintain accurate and timely updates in Salesforce CRM
• Ensure administrative and sales support tasks are completed with attention to detail and consistency
• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Open to candidates at all experience levels, including recent college graduates
• Internship experience, customer-facing roles, sales exposure, or business experience is a plus but not required

Skills & Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with others
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Comfortable learning new tools and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM or sales tools is beneficial but not required

Career Growth

The 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.

Compensation & Benefits

The preferred location for this role is Minneapolis, MN, and the salary range for this location is $30.29 to $40.38. 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. A candidate’s compensation may also include bonuses consistent with TriNet’s corporate bonus plan. Additionally, 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