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Getting started
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Our sales teams are responsible for establishing, developing and maintaining long-term customer relationships with companies of various sizes and from a wide range of industries. Together, we pursue the goal of supporting our customer companies with suitable personnel solutions and consulting services.

Hays is one of the world’s leading recruitment companies for professionals and executives. We take responsibility for one of the most pressing challenges of our time: the shortage of skilled professionals. With over 13,000 employees in 33 countries, we are the top answer to this challenge—creating solutions that move people, businesses, and society forward. 

Our deep expertise allows us to advise companies on a broad spectrum of recruitment and consulting services, while supporting professionals throughout their entire career journey. This makes us a strong partner for companies striving for a successful future—and helps millions of people achieve their career goals. 

At Hays Sales, you’re right at the heart of the action: We build long-term relationships with companies of all sizes and industries – from SMEs to international corporations. Our teams are organised into different business units and contract types such as permanent placement, temporary staffing, or freelancing, covering specialist areas like IT, Banking & Finance, Tech Industries, Construction & Property, and Life Sciences. 

Our shared goal? To support our clients with tailored staffing solutions and comprehensive consulting services.

What to expect:

As a (Key) Account Manager or (Senior) Consultant, you’ll be the first point of contact for your clients. You will quickly identify their needs and deliver the right solutions. With your approachable manner, you’ll win over new clients – whether on the phone or over coffee in person – and demonstrate the value of our services. Step by step, you’ll build your own client portfolio. 

By asking the right questions, you’ll gather all the key details about open positions and requirements. This forms the foundation for the recruitment process, which you’ll either manage together with our Recruiting Specialists in the temporary staffing area or handle yourself in a 360-degree role for permanent placements. You’ll stay involved from start to finish – from identifying needs to signing the contract – ensuring everything runs smoothly. This also includes coordinating between clients and placed professionals, as well as negotiating contracts in the best interests of all parties.

You’re a Natural Fit for Sales at Hays if… 
You enjoy working with people and building trust 
You are communicative, open-minded, and proactive 
You can motivate yourself 
You are a team player and value collaboration 
Curious? Find your Sales role with us today!

Your
Development Opportunities 

At Hays, the personal and professional development of our employees is a top priority. We create a work environment where people enjoy what they do, learn new things, grow, and succeed. Thanks to structured onboarding, diverse career paths, and long-term development opportunities, we offer the ideal conditions for a fulfilling and successful career.

Learning Centre:

During onboarding, you’ll receive targeted preparation for your role through structured training and practical workshops that make your start easier and support you every step of the way.

Hybrid Hub:

Our Hybrid Hub is the central platform for learning content. Here, you’ll find tailored materials designed to fit your role and needs. We believe learning should be self-directed and flexible – adapted to your personal situation. With Hybrid Hub, you can learn exactly what you need, when it suits you best. You can also shape your own learning journey and actively plan your training and development at Hays.

Career Paths:

Our diverse career paths allow you to shape your professional development according to your skills and interests. You can deepen your sales expertise in a specialist track and drive exciting projects and strategic topics – for example, as the main contact for a major corporation. Alternatively, our leadership track offers you the chance to take on responsibility and lead a team successfully with your sales experience and interpersonal skills. 

Mentorenschaft:

Als Mentorin oder Mentor hast du die Möglichkeit Neustartende im Bereich Recruiting in den ersten Wochen und Monaten bei uns zu begleiten, ihnen mit Rat und Tat zur Seite zu stehen und sie bei der Einarbeitung zu unterstützen.

Internal Transfers / Career Advice:

Our career paths are flexible, enabling you to shape your development in different directions. Switching between tracks is always possible and actively supported by our Career Advice team.

Contact 

Do you have questions about entry-level and career opportunities or about the application process? Then feel free to write to us. We will get back to you as soon as possible.