Can you talk to a rock? If so, we need you! Spherion Seattle is seeking energetic undergraduate and graduate students to join our University Village office as Outbound Sales Representatives. This flexible, part-time role offers an excellent entry point into professional services, helping students build essential sales, communication, and business skills.
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- Job Type: Part-Time (10-30 hours/week, flexible around class schedules)
- Location: In-Office (University Village, Seattle - convenient to public transit)
- Strong conversational skills and confidence communicating with people both in person and over the phone
- Proven ability to negotiate effectively and handle outbound interactions comfortably
- Career Path: High performers may transition into full-time opportunities
Compensation & Perks:
- Flexible Schedule: Adaptable hours tailored to academic commitments
- Hands-on experience in corporate sales and professional networking
- Full-Time Benefits (Upon Advancement): Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off (PTO), and paid sick leave (PSL)
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic plans to prospect and initiate phone outreach to potential business clients
- Actively listen to identify client workforce challenges and communicate tailored Spherion solutions
- Guide prospects through initial partnership stages while maintaining clear communication and organized records
- Drive toward achievable weekly outreach goals and accurately track sales performance metrics
- Refine sales techniques, assist with lead generation, and support the broader sales team with client follow-ups
Working hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)
Skills:
- Persuasive Communication: Possesses an influential communication style or a strong drive to develop one
Education:
High School
Experience:
0-1 years
Qualifications:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas clearly, professionally, and persuasively
- Strong interpersonal skills with a confident, assertive speaking demeanor that quickly builds rapport and projects authority
- Ability to actively listen to client needs, uncover pain points, and tailor message delivery accordingly
- Comfortable managing objections calmly, maintaining composure, and driving constructive dialogue during challenging client interactions
- Capability to seamlessly adjust tone and communication style to connect with diverse audiences, from HR managers to executive decision-makers
Ready to kickstart your career in professional sales? Submit your application now or visit our office to connect with the Spherion Seattle team!
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).