About the role

Adecco is hiring a Bilingual Business Development Representative to join our own family of permanent colleagues. This role will be reporting to the Manager, Inside Sales and will be responsible for qualifying leads and targeted prospecting through phone and email outreach on behalf of Adecco. We are looking for a dynamic self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced environment. French/English Bilingualism, fluent in both verbal and written communication, is a requirement to be considered for this opportunity.Adecco is one of the world’s leading HR Solutions Providers and by joining our company you can reap the rewards, recognition and benefits of a company that is big enough to make an impact, but small enough to care. If you want to be in a role that is at the forefront of helping Adecco to continue to build an inclusive culture, then keep reading.

This role is remote and candidates can be located anywhere in Canada, however we prefer that you have the ability to work during core business hours Monday to Friday (EST). Adecco believes in offering flexibility to work in the way that makes you most productive.

The ideal candidate is someone with experience in a direct B2B sales role, who thrives under pressure and enjoys working a highly results-driven environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must to be successful in this role. This is an opportunity to join a global brand that is committed to making the future work for everyone. That includes our own colleagues too.

What you’ll be doing

• Qualifying web leads received and manages chat bot responses ensuring timely follow up
• Performing high volume targeted prospecting activities through cold calling and e-mail within identified verticals to introduce Adecco’s products and services
• Collaborating with sales colleagues to book sales meetings and ensure follow through on all qualified leads
• Maintaining records of all client sales activities and follow-up requirements by utilizing Adecco office technology

About you

We want to set you up for success! To help us do that, here is what we are looking for from you:

• Excellent social and communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with clients (varying levels of management).
• Superior organizational skills. While meeting deadlines consistently, can effectively manage multiple tasks, and prioritize any new tasks as required.
• Proven consistently high levels of sales performance, with an ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Completion of post-secondary education in related field or years of equivalent experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years related work experience in customer service.
• Preferred two (2) years working experience in sales and/or staffing.
• Proficient in PC software packages, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and e-mail applications.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• French/English Bilingualism, fluent in both verbal and written communication

Why choose us?

It’s an exciting time to be part of our team. We’re proud to be a global thought-leader and care about doing the best job we can to ensure better futures for everyone. We do this by building our Future@Work strategy as a united team of 30,000+ colleagues with a collective spirit working in over 60 countries globally.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow across a variety of interesting jobs and careers over our extensive portfolio of global brands. We empower our colleagues to work in the smartest, most efficient ways to achieve total balance between the demands of their jobs and their lives. That’s why we give you the autonomy and support you need to work in the way that makes you most productive, agile, confident and insightful.

Putting people first, pioneering with a collective spirit and always advancing with a growth mindset - that’s what we stand for at the Adecco Group. Here, we are all individuals with a unique perspective on the world we live in. That’s what makes us stronger. Whoever you are and whatever your background, you can be yourself. So, we aim to build on the attributes that make you, you. We offer a range of world-class resources for upskilling and development, satisfying your curiosity while sharing skills, knowledge and expertise to grow together.

Do you want to make an impact where it matters most? Apply NOW!

A journey to bring out the best in you

We believe that having an understanding of the hiring process helps you to prepare, feel, and be at your best. As a global, multi-brand organisation with many different roles, our application process can vary.

On our career site, you will find some of the key steps you can expect to guide you along the way.

As one of the world’s largest employers we believe in talent, not labels, and focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. We seek to foster a culture of belonging and purpose, an environment where everyone can thrive and feel engaged, and where difference is respected and valued. Our commitment to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity is part of our broader commitment to respecting fundamental human rights across our value chain. The Adecco Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting date: 21-04-2022