Talentpoel is a global talent platform connecting rigorously vetted non-technical professionals across Africa with high-growth tech companies and startups in the United States, Europe, and other international markets. By bridging critical talent gaps, we help organizations access world-class expertise while unlocking global opportunities for African professionals.
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Within two years of launch, Talentpoel won theย MEA Business Awards 2025 for excellence in non-technical talent recruitment and received theย Leadership Innovation Award 2024 from CEO Monthly for innovation and industry leadership.
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We are expanding our U.S. presence and are hiring our first dedicated U.S. Sales Expansion Lead to drive growth in the Northeast and beyond.ย
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The Role
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This is not a typical sales role. As our first dedicated U.S. sales hire, you will:
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- Own outbound and partnership strategy.
ย - Close B2B clients for service packages and talent placements.
ย - Represent Talentpoel at select networking events and industry meetups.
ย - Build repeatable sales systems (CRM, reporting, playbooks).
ย - Contribute to U.S. market positioning.
ย - Transition into leading junior sales reps as revenue scales.
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This is a builder role with a clear path to expanded territory ownership and team leadership.
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RequirementsMust Have:
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- Experienced in B2B sales, ideally in HR, staffing, or talent solutions.
ย - Skilled in selling value-based services to founders and senior decision-makers.
ย - Entrepreneurial and excited to take ownership and lead a team.
ย - Systems-oriented, thinking beyond just closing deals.
ย - Motivated by performance-based upside and leadership growth.
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Not A Fit If You:
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- Require a guaranteed income with minimal performance expectations.
ย - Lack of prior B2B closing experience.
ย - Are uninterested in building systems or mentoring others.
ย - Are seeking a short-term opportunity.
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BenefitsWhy Join Now?
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- Be the founding U.S. sales leader for an organizationย shaping the Future of Work.
ย - Full management support to achieve your goals.
ย - Clear path toward leading your own team.
ย - High upside compensation tied directly to performance.
ย - Shape sales processes, market positioning, and team culture.
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Support & Growth:
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- Validated Ideal Customer Profile (ICP).
ย - Ready-to-use sales materials and outreach frameworks.
ย - Detailed case studies and proof points.
ย - Weekly alignment calls to review pipeline, positioning, and deal strategy.
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Compensation & Growth Structure
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We reward performance while providing aย realistic ramp and clear milestones. Compensation evolves as you demonstrate impact, close deals, and maintain client retention.
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Phase 1: Ramp & Revenue Validation (Commission-Only)
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Compensation:
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- 15% on service deals under $2,000 (paid over the first 2 months only).
ย - 10% of the first 6 monthsโ salary for single placement deals above $2,500.
ย - 10% of the first-year payment for multi-placement deals.
ย - Event and logistics costs approved by the CMO will be covered.
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Milestone to Unlock Phase 2:ย
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- Close 10 deals across service and placement offerings, with at least 80% of the first 8 clients retained for 3 months.
ย - Typical milestone timeline:ย 3โ6 months for focused performers.
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Phase 1 is a flexible, part-time validation stage, allowing you to maintain other commitments while demonstrating traction and fit.
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Quarterly reviews at each phase transition ensure:
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- Clear performance expectations.
ย - Retention and revenue standards are met.
ย - Growth objectives remain aligned.
ย - Advancement decisions are transparent and merit-based.
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Earning potential: $6,000โ$20,000+ for high performers during this phase.
Phase 2: Part-Time Base + Commission
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Compensation:
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- $2,000/month base (part-time).
ย - 15% commission on small service deals.
ย - 10% commission on larger placement deals.
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Responsibilities:
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- Refine sales systems.
ย - Participate in revenue planning initiatives.
ย - Quarterly reviews ensure alignment and ongoing performance.
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Phase 3: Full-Time Base + Sales Expansion Lead
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Eligibility Criteria:
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- 20 additional deals closed beyond Phase 2.
ย - 80%+ client retention across active engagements over a rolling 3-month period.
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Compensation:
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- $5,000/month base.
ย - 15% commission on small service deals.
ย - 10% commission on larger placement deals.
ย - Estimated On-Target Earnings (OTE): $90,000โ$115,000+ annually, uncapped.
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Leadership Responsibilities:
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- Mentor 1 junior sales rep.
ย - Own quarterly revenue targets.
ย - Optimize forecasting and reporting.
ย - Serve as Sales Lead for the Northeast in the U.S.A
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Maintenance Clause:
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- Tier-3 compensation and leadership responsibilities are reviewedย quarterly.
ย - If retention falls below 75%, a 60-day performance correction period applies.
ย - The Commission continues to reward ongoing performance with no cap.