Comcast NBCUniversal is actively seeking to expand its business sales force, offering a position focused on securing new commercial clients for its internet, data, video, and voice services. The role, detailed in a recent job posting, emphasizes advanced communication solutions and targets small to mid-sized businesses.
The position, based in an unspecified location, carries a base salary of $72,000 with the potential for total compensation reaching $122,000 including commission. This reflects Comcast’s commitment to incentivizing strong sales performance, with opportunities for exceeding targets. The application window is open for 30 days, though Comcast reserves the right to close it earlier based on applicant volume.
Beyond financial compensation, Comcast highlights its comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing support for employees’ physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Details of these benefits are available on the company’s careers website. This focus on employee welfare aligns with recent recognition of Comcast NBCUniversal as a top employer.
Recognition as a Leading Employer
For the second consecutive year, , Great Place to Work® and Fortune Media have ranked Comcast NBCUniversal among the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the United States, placing it at number 10 on the list. This recognition, announced in , underscores the company’s efforts to cultivate a positive work environment. Comcast has been recognized by Fortune and Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years.
The ranking is based on anonymous survey responses from over half a million employees at Great Place to Work Certified™ U.S. Companies with at least 1,000 workers. Companies also submitted essays detailing their support for employees, which were validated against the survey data. According to Mike Cavanagh, President of Comcast Corporation, the company’s employees are “at the heart of what make Comcast NBCUniversal a great place to work.”
Notably, Comcast NBCUniversal was the only media and telecommunications company included on the list. This distinction comes as the media landscape continues to evolve, with companies increasingly focused on attracting and retaining talent.
Strategic Shift and Business Focus
The sales position comes amid a period of strategic restructuring for Comcast. In , the company announced plans to spin off its cable networks – including USA, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, Syfy, and Golf Channel – into a new, independent company named Versant. This separation is expected to be completed by the end of .
The job description emphasizes the need for territory development, building local business partnerships, and enhancing Comcast’s brand presence. Sales representatives will be responsible for generating new leads through various prospecting activities, including cold calling, networking, and leveraging customer referrals. A consultative approach is expected, identifying areas for improvement in clients’ communication infrastructure.
Core Responsibilities and Expectations
The role requires a minimum of five to seven years of relevant work experience and a Bachelor’s Degree. Key skills include customer focus, workplace organization, persuasion, adaptability, technical knowledge, critical thinking, problem-solving, resilience, communication, and professional integrity.
Comcast expects employees at all levels to embrace its operating principles, prioritize the customer experience, and actively participate in the Net Promoter System – a feedback mechanism designed to improve both employee and customer satisfaction. The company also emphasizes the importance of teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The job posting explicitly states that Comcast is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in hiring and employment practices. This commitment extends to all protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status.
The position requires consistent attendance, adherence to company standards, and a proactive approach to achieving and exceeding sales objectives. Teamwork with technical and customer service support is crucial to ensure customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth. Maintaining a robust sales pipeline and remaining knowledgeable about Comcast’s products and services are also essential components of the role.
Comcast’s focus on advanced communication solutions, such as PRI and Hosted PBX, suggests a strategic push towards providing comprehensive communication services to businesses. This aligns with the broader trend of businesses seeking integrated solutions to enhance their operational efficiency and customer engagement.
