Our client in Durham Region, ON is looking for a Bilingual Collections Specialist to join their team.
In this role the candidate will be responsible for collecting on their assigned portfolio of delinquent accounts. They will need to maintain good customer relations with borrowers and effectively solves problems in an effort to resolve account delinquency and mitigate losses.
Responsibilities :
Demonstrate good customer service skills while adhering to company policies and procedures
Negotiate account resolution and accurately input and document actions within the collection systems while maintaining company performance and productivity standards
Maintain up-to-date customer contact information in the system
Make routine telephone calls, send email or text messages to delinquent customers
Secure a payment commitment of past due or outstanding balance and negotiate with the customer to obtain total amount due
Work closely with the Legal Credit & Recovery Specialist to ensure timely recovery of repossessions
Assist with assignment to bailiff and coordination of repossessions
Work with dealers and bailiffs in order to ensure units are recovered and secured
Communicate with dealers to assist with collections, repossession, and storage.
Review daily report and maintain adequate and comprehensive notes in support of actions taken to secure units
Ensure there is regular follow up on collections files and that all collection activities are done in a timely manner.
Requirements :
University degree or College diploma
Bilingualism (English / French) is required
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and Windows environment
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong interpersonal skills with a winning customer service attitude, professional demeanor and phone etiquette
Politely assertive, thrives on negotiation and customer interaction
Advanced judgment and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and analytical skills
Detailed oriented and troubleshoot account issues
Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and resolve problems independently
General understanding of captive finance industry is an asset
If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume.
Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.