Account Manager at Equus Workforce Solutions in Queens, NY

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Who We Are
Our employees consistently rate Grant Associates as a great place to work, and often recommend open positions to friends. We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training and fun activities!
Innovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Culture, Innovation, and Green teams.
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Business Development
Build and maintain strong relationships with employers across various industries to identify job opportunities.
Conduct business development meetings, cold calling, and outreach activities, including attending events or job fairs, canvassing, and networking to expand employer partnerships.
Meet and exceed performance goals related to employer engagement, job placements, and client outcomes.
Track account activity, job leads, and placement outcomes using Salesforce and Excel.
Prepare reports and updates for leadership on account performance and client progress.
Employer and Job Seeker Client Support
Deeply understand and communicate employer specifications to ensure skills, competencies, and other requirements are clearly understood.
Collaborate with career coaches and service teams to match job seekers to appropriate opportunities and provide feedback regarding candidate fit.
Screen job seekers from diverse backgrounds for client employment opportunities to accurately assess their skills, goals, and barriers to employment.
Maintain ongoing communication with employers and candidates throughout the hiring process.
Support interview coordination, hiring events, and employer recruitment initiatives as needed.
qualifications
Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university or a minimum of five (3) years of experience conducting job development and placement activities
2-3 years experience in recruiting, sales, job development or account management a must
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven business environment
Must have a positive outlook and get along well with others
Strong presentation skills and the ability to motivate people
Our companys official dress code is Business Professional appearance and attire
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Presentation Software, and CRM software
Experience with Salesforce a plus
Must be comfortable facilitating workshops with 10 - 30 people
Results-oriented
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We provide:
Competitive wages for high performance
11 Paid Holidays
PTO
Tuition reimbursement
Guided Professional Development Plans
Summer Fridays
Weekly Wellness Sessions
Medical/Vision/ Dental
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer 401k Contributions
Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Assistance Programs
Company Picnics Volunteer Experiences
Access to Free Financial Counseling
Innovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Innovation and Green teams.
About Us:

Grant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals.

Grant Associates is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Personnel Management (APM) Group, a leading international provider of Human Services with offices in ten countries.
Grant Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, reprisal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.