High Balance Collections Agent - Cape Town at Nimble Group

Job Purpose:

• As a High Balance Collections Agent, you will be responsible for the collection of debt in more complex cases.
• Your ability to think on your feet, build relationships and negotiating effectively will be critical to the success of your debt collection efforts.
• Location: Woodstock, Cape Town

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Under the management / direction of the High Balance Collections Team Manager, the High Balance Collections Agent will have the following responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Implement effective negotiation for collection and / resolution of debt and tailoring your collection efforts to the specific circumstances of each debtor.
• Treating debtors with respect and empathy, while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Ensuring accurate and timely communication with debtors regarding their accounts and any collection efforts.
• Offering flexible and manageable repayment options, where appropriate and feasible.
• Resolving disputes or issues with debtors in a fair and equitable manner.
• Maintaining compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing debt collection practices.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure a seamless customer experience across the entire debt collection process.
• Other Ad-hoc duties.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 years debt collections or credit management experience.
• Experience in collections on banking portfolios is advantageous.
• Computer Literate (MS Office) an intermediate level.
• Working knowledge of Collections system/s is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and an ever-changing environment.

SKILLS:

• Excellent written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Self-motivated and target driven.
• Strong command of the English language and the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and easily understood manner.
• Thorough understanding of grammar rules, punctuation, and sentence structure, and ability to apply these in written communications.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality written work.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships (internal/external) and effectively communicate with colleagues and customers / clients at all levels.
• Pro-active team player – works well in a team and contributes to the team’s success.
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Persuasive / influencing skills.
• High degree of accuracy.
• Innovative.

REMUNERATION STRUCTURE:

• Basic Salary PLUS Commission

Benefits:

• Funeral Cover (at the full cost of the employer)
• Life Cover (at the full cost of the employer)
• Disability Cover (at the full cost of the employer)
• Medical Cover (at the full cost of the employer, after successful completion of probation period)
• Subsidized schooling to PEAK Child Educare
• Paid maternity leave (in line with Company policy)