Sales Experience Wanted

About g2 Recruitment

• g2 are part of the G2V Group, an award‑winning group of staffing specialists comprising g2 Recruitment, Vivid Resourcing and Lumicity.
• Teams operate across the world in 25 offices in the UK, EU and USA.
• The company’s story is one of steady growth, anchored in hiring and developing talented professionals and a commitment to its specialisms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: from client briefings to interview feedback.
• Drive business development by identifying and engaging new clients in your market.
• Source, qualify, and present top candidates for open roles.
• Build strong relationships to become a trusted expert in your vertical (e.g., Automation, Automotive, Renewables, Semiconductors).
• Collaborate with teammates to share market insights and support overall team success.
• Expand g2’s footprint in established sectors while exploring new market opportunities.

Skills we look for

• Clearly defined motivators that suit a target‑driven environment.
• Motivated by a meritocratic culture.
• Sociable and confident personality.
• A solutions‑focused, resilient mindset.
• A competitive background; sport, business & university.
• Precise & direct communicator.
• Fluent German is desirable but not essential.

Non‑negotiable Requirements

• 6+ months of proven sales experience (B2B/B2C, telesales, retail, or customer‑facing).
• Desire to be in a sales‑based role; previous recruitment experience is not essential.
• Willingness to be in the office full‑time.
• Must live in or be in the process of relocating to Cologne.
• Must be within a commutable distance of 50667 (≈40‑minute drive).
• Must possess the right to work in Germany (no VISA sponsorship for non‑EU citizens).

What we offer

• Lucrative earning potential – uncapped commission structure; top performers can earn six figures within the first few years.
• Award‑winning training – 6‑week training program from industry experts, starting day one.
• Career progression – clear paths to senior consultant, team leader, or sales manager roles.
• Vibrant team culture – supportive, collaborative environment with a focus on both competition and fun.
• Work hard, play hard – incentives such as luxury trips abroad and team nights out.
• Desk‑side mentorship – Cologne management team with a combined 20+ years of industry experience.

Interview Process

1. Initial phone call with Talent Acquisition.
2. In‑depth interview via MS Teams with Talent Acquisition.
3. Final stage: in‑person interview at the Munich office, including a “day in the life” experience.