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Account Executive

Catapult Solutions Group, Plano, TX, United States


Department:

Sales / Business Development

Location:

Dallas, TX (Hybrid – mix of in-office and client-facing flexibility)

Role Type:

Full-Time

About Our Client Our client is a fast-growing, national staffing and consulting firm that connects top-tier talent with organizations across multiple industries, including IT, professional services, skilled trades, and federal services. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality talent solutions, they operate in a relationship-driven, performance-focused environment. Their mission centers on helping businesses scale while empowering professionals to advance their careers through meaningful opportunities. The company values collaboration, accountability, and entrepreneurial thinking, offering employees the tools and support to build long-term success.

Job Description The Account Executive (AE) plays a critical role in driving revenue growth by developing new client relationships and delivering customized staffing solutions. This is a high-impact, client-facing role where you will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, managing the sales cycle, and partnering closely with internal recruiting teams to fulfill client needs.

Day-to-day, you’ll be prospecting new clients, running discovery calls, and presenting tailored workforce solutions across industries such as IT, Professional Services, Skilled Trades, or Federal Services. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment and is motivated by performance, commission, and long-term growth.

This position offers a unique opportunity for experienced sales professionals to transition smoothly, including a

commission lock period (6 months)

to ensure income stability while ramping up your book of business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong client relationships across target industries

Prospect and generate new business through cold outreach, networking, and referrals

Own the full sales cycle from initial outreach to closing deals (level-dependent)

Conduct client meetings to understand hiring needs and present solutions

Partner with recruiting teams to deliver qualified candidates and successful placements

Manage pipeline activity and client interactions within CRM/ATS systems

Negotiate contracts, rates, and service agreements

Coordinate onboarding logistics including compliance, documentation, and start details

Monitor market trends and identify new business opportunities

Provide ongoing account management and client support

(Aligned with AE Levels I–III progression and expectations)

Required Experience / Skills

3+ years of experience in staffing sales, business development, or agency recruiting (level-dependent)

Proven ability to generate new business and manage client relationships

Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Experience working with CRM/ATS platforms

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment

Strong time management and organizational skills

Comfortable with cold outreach and building pipelines

Nice-to-Haves

Experience selling into IT, Professional Services, Skilled Trades, or Federal sectors

Existing book of business or client relationships

Experience in a commission-driven sales environment

Familiarity with staffing industry KPIs and metrics

Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow into leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience

Pay & Benefits Summary

Commission:

Uncapped earning potential

Commission Lock:

6-month guaranteed commission structure to support ramp-up

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) options

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities into senior sales and leadership roles

Flexible/hybrid work environment

Ready to take your sales career to the next level in a high-growth, high-reward environment?

Staffing Sales | Account Executive | Business Development | B2B Sales | Recruiting Sales | Client Acquisition | IT Staffing | Skilled Trades Staffing

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