11th Dec2009

ProGrad are going “digital”

by ProGrad

Since 2004, ProGrad have been working with our Client partners to develop recruiting strategies which not only reduce the risks associated with sales recruitment, but more importantly offer a streamlined approach to interviewing to minimise time spent.

Our Client partners find that attending a live ProGrad assessment session can provide a valuable insight into our candidates, their behaviours and their sales ability.  This has proved to be a compelling offering, which often results in a more streamlined interview process by the employer who pre-selects candidates that were present on the day.

ProGrad are now taking this a step further, by starting to film the assessment and selection of our candidates.  This footage is then provided to clients upon request, who are looking to recruit new super stars. 

From the comfort of their own office, our client partners can watch the live stream of assessment day footage and pre-select their shortlist without leaving the office.  This further minimises the shortlisting process and ensures that the benefits of attending the day is still received, even though the interviewer remains office-bound.

ProGrad anticipate that this new offering will further enhance our reputation as a market-leader.  This will coincide with the growth of ProGrad into the US Market in early 2010.

ProGrad has become a pioneer of new concepts around assessment and training of sales people and we’re always keen to hear of more suggestions either from employers or from our candidate base.  If this is a topic that you’re passionate about, then naturally we would like to hear from you.

Please contact ProGrad on 02 8235 8300 for more information, or email info@prograd.com.au

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07th Dec2009

ProGrad are growing the team

by ProGrad

ProGrad are yet again looking to recruit for our own in-house graduate program in Sydney.  We are looking to start a new group of graduates in the New Year and have already commenced the interview process.

We like to recruit through our own process, using recent graduates who have made it through the ProGrad assessment day.  This ensures our selected graduates have been assessed for their capability in sales and our interview process is then about assessing a cultural fit for the business.

ProGrad has been in Australia since 2005, and have grown dramatically over recent years.  This growth has been due to the efforts of our own graduate recruits who demonstrate genuine passion and flair for our business model. 

As a Business Development Executive within ProGrad, the role combines a B2B sales component with the involvement of assessment days and telephone screening initially.  The graduates have an intense induction period when joining ProGrad and are then on a career progression plan which ensures their ability to do all elements of the role within the first 12 months of joining.  Graduates then embark on a Management development program to ensure their continual development within the business.

ProGrad are expanding into the US market in 2010, and will also be offering international travel to employees over the forthcoming years to ensure further development of their careers.

If you’re keen on knowing more about the ProGrad roles and our in-house graduate program, please contact us on 02 8235 8300 or email info@prograd.com.au

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09th Sep2009

ProGrad promotes the technology arena for graduates!

by ProGrad

It is no accident that for the last 4 years in Australia, ProGrad have had a key focus on working with organisations in the technology arena.  We have always held a belief that this is one of the fastest growing industries and can offer graduates unrivalled opportunities.

ProGrad work with a number of technology vendors, distributors and resellers alike, all of which suggest that their graduate roles DO NOT require a technical background.  Unless the roles have a technical requirement, the companies are willing to train and develop graduates to learn the technology and add value within the business to business sales/ marketing environment.

Imagine having the opportunity to work with Microsoft, or another leading enterprise company.  Not only do they offer great starting salaries, they also offer unrivalled training and progression opportunities.  Travel is something which our graduates are able to experience when working for technology companies, along with quick growth into management.  Due to the quick growth of these organisations, you can udnerstand why they would require mature individuals that can be scaled to take on more responsibility.

There is always a level of fear around the unknown, and graduates are always likely to stick to a comfort-zone.  That said, if they are open minded to other sectors (such as technology), they really could have a huge impact on their career objectives.

A technical background is not always necessary with ProGrad clients operating in the technology field.  However it is essential that our graduates demonstrate an aptitude for learning and a genuine passion for the impact of technology around us.

If you would like to know more about ProGrad, the graduate roles, or our concept…please contact the ProGrad team on 02 8235 8300.  We look forward to hearing from you!

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