Account Executive; Staffing

Our employees are what’s truly special about YER. We empower people with training, tools and the freedom to perform.

YER is one of Europe’s most successful recruitment agencies, with a thriving U.S. presence in Atlanta, GA. Specializing in Professional Recruitment, Executive Search, and Professional Staffing, we are committed to connecting top talent with industry-leading organizations.

Our core competency is connecting manufacturing companies in the southeastern market with professionals in Operations, Engineering, Technology and Senior Administrative roles.

• Straightforward monthly & quarterly uncapped commissions on top of base salary
• Shape an organization with minimal red tape and short decision‑making paths
• Hybrid work environment in Atlanta, GA (Perimeter Mall area)
• Comprehensive benefit package with Day 1 eligibility
• 18 days PTO in Year 1, with additional days from Year 2
• Thrive in a diverse, multicultural team
• A culture characterized by transparent communication, good people, no nonsense, and an ambitious, entrepreneurial spirit

As we accelerate our growth in the American market, we’re looking for a Professional Staffing Account Executive. As an Account Executive, your core responsibility is to generate contract and contract‑to‑hire opportunities to meet and exceed financial targets.

• Develop a book of business for our professional staffing services
• Identify and secure new clients and job orders through cold calling, in‑person meetings, networking, and digital outreach
• Build and nurture long‑term relationships with prospects and clients
• Be a trusted advisor to address their workforce challenges
• Deliver tailored sales presentations and proposals for our professional staffing services
• Strategically plan your territory
• Conduct regular follow‑ups to confirm the successful delivery of staffing solutions and to uncover additional opportunities
• Collaborate with our recruitment team to ensure the client’s requirements are met through effective candidate placements
• Provide clear job specifications and feedback to the recruitment team, monitor placement quality and promptly address any concerns
• Track and report sales activities, pipeline progress, and revenue in our CRM
• Maintain comprehensive records of client interactions, proposals, and contracts

• 5+ years of experience in the staffing industry
• Track record of high gross margin achievements and gross margin improvement
• Subject matter expert in the industries and sectors YER does business in
• Experience generating project‑based staffing leads
• Track record in new client acquisition
• Able to work in a hybrid environment – 1 day in office; 4 days a week during training and onboarding. Drops to 1 day per week once onboarding is complete
• Strong sales and negotiation skills with the ability to close deals effectively
• Ethics, integrity and accountability
• Willing and able to travel throughout the territory for 1‑3 days as needed

YER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All qualified applicants are considered based on merit and business needs.