Overview
Balance Collections Agent Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Nimble Credit Solutions
Position: High Balance Collections Agent
Reporting to:
High Balance Collections Team Manager
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)
WORKING HOURS:
You will be required to work a maximum of 45 hours per week. Monday to Friday:
You will be required to work a maximum of 9 hours per day (in the week that you do not work a Saturday) and a maximum of 8 hours per day (in the week that you are working a Saturday) shifted between the times of 07:00 and 20:30 as agreed by management. Saturdays:
You will be required to work a maximum of 6 hours per day on a maximum of 2 Saturdays per month shifted between the times of 08:00 and 14:00 as agreed by management.
Title: Balance Collections Agent
Company: Nimble Credit Solutions
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Finance & Banking
