Entry Level Client Executive Jobs
New grad client executive jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or polished portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services and Accounting & Auditing, with employers like TEAM Wireless, Kforce, and Paylocity hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.
While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.
We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.
As part of the Sales & Marketing team, you’ll help us solve challenges and succeed as you grow and understand the unique needs of our clients and tailor easy-to-use solutions to deliver the performance they need.
With a position in Sales & Marketing, you’ll strengthen our relationships with clients, anticipate their needs, and think outside the box to unlock new possibilities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Client Account Executive – Growth is responsible for generating additional revenue through the client base. In this role, you will be developing business relationships with each client and identifying their business objectives to correctly align the appropriate Paylocity solutions to meet their business needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Possess a complete understanding of Paylocity’s products, services, sales tools, and processes.
- Prospect and qualify current clients for Paylocity’s HCM solutions.
- Using sales and negotiation skills, present Paylocity products and services that meet clients’ needs, conduct product demonstrations via webinar, prepare and present proposals, and provide appropriate follow-up throughout the sales process.
- Handle objections and collaborate with Sales Managers to determine strategic sales approaches.
- Close ancillary business to meet or exceed assigned monthly and yearly sales quotas while maintaining or exceeding minimum sales activity standards.
- Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline to ensure consistent achievement of revenue targets.
- Set appropriate client expectations.
- Maintain customer relationship management (CRM) database.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- HS diploma or equivalent required. College degree strongly desired.
- At least 2 years of experience in Payroll, HR or equivalent work experience.
- Self-driven, ambitious professional with the desire to consistently meet and exceed assigned quotas.
- Ability to persuade and negotiate.
- Strong active listening skills to be able to uncover client needs and objectives.
- Strong written and oral communications skills to effectively present Paylocity.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to establish priorities and work independently.
- Proficiency with the internet and MS Office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Ability to move around the office and interact with colleagues as needed.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, and copiers.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and email.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 5 pounds as needed (e.g., moving office supplies or small packages).
- Ability to bend, reach, or stoop as needed to access file cabinets, office equipment, or other resources.
- Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail for extended periods.
- Ability to work at a desk or workstation for extended periods of time, including using a computer or writing.
Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.
We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.
We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact LeaveBenefits@paylocity.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.
COMPENSATION
- The base pay range for this position $55k Min - $60k Max /yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for our variable commission plan and offers a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.
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Entry Level Client Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level client executive job?
Focus on demonstrating relationship-building skills and any hands-on experience managing accounts, even through internships, class projects, or volunteer work. Employers at this level prioritize candidates who can communicate clearly, stay organized under pressure, and learn client management software quickly. A concise cover letter that names a specific employer pain point you can solve tends to stand out in early-career applications.
Which companies hire entry level client executives?
Companies hiring entry level client executives right now include TEAM Wireless, Kforce, and Paylocity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including staffing firms, technology vendors, marketing agencies, and financial services companies that build client-facing teams from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level client executive jobs?
Yes, though most entry level client executive roles lean on-site or hybrid to support early coaching and client introductions. About 0% of entry level client executive openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates who need location flexibility still have real options worth searching through current listings.
Are these new grad client executive jobs?
Yes. Many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience, recent graduates, or those with internship backgrounds in lieu of full-time work. A new grad friendly posting typically mentions openness to a portfolio, coursework, or a brief internship as qualifying experience rather than requiring years in a formal client executive seat.
Which industries hire the most entry level client executives?
Entry Level client executive roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services and Accounting & Auditing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive early-career hiring because their revenue models depend on growing and retaining client accounts, creating a steady need for junior talent who can be trained into long-term relationship managers.