Job Title: Collections Specialist
Duration: Direct Hire
Location: Newark, DE- hybrid
Payrate:
Remote: hybrid - 2 days per week in office
There are different schedules after training – 8-5, 10-7, 12-9, the managers will assign the shift as per the business need - please communicate this clearly to the candidates.
Job Description:
The Specialist, Collections will be responsible for performing collection activities in an effort to recover losses from assigned accounts.
What You'll Do ·
Manage a portfolio of assigned delinquent accounts.
- Initiate contact with debtors through phone calls, emails, and written correspondence to discuss outstanding debts, payment options, and negotiate payment arrangements.
- Document all collection activities, including communication records, payment arrangements, and any relevant information obtained during discussions with debtors within client standards and Federal Regulations.
- Provide exceptional customer service to debtors, responding to inquiries, providing accurate information, and addressing concerns.
- Utilize skip tracing techniques and tools to locate debtors who have changed contact information or are difficult to reach.
The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job; it is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this role.
What you have
Minimum education, skills and experience required.
· Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with debtors in a respectful and professional manner.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including active listening skills and the ability to empathize with debtors.
- Ability to handle difficult conversations and resolve conflicts while maintaining composure and professionalism.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Reliable, ability to work flexible day, evenings and weekend hours as required.
- Basic computing skills
- Must be able to obtain required License for collecting upon placement.
Preferred education, skills, and experience.
· High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in business or related fields is preferred.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in collections or related customer service roles, preferably in a financial or credit environment.
- Proficiency in using collections software, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with debt collection laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Feel free to reach out to me directly at 513 480 8316, or reply to this email with your availability.
Sumiyya Kaggallu
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
