Loan Collector at Careers Verified Limited

At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined client’s issues, we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary line of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market. We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation etc. to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem solving approach and proven track record in our practice area combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Loan Collector

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Loan Collector is responsible for recovering outstanding debts from individuals or businesses, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal guidelines.
• The role requires strong communication skills, empathy, and persistence to achieve collection targets while preserving customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities
Debt Collection:

• Contact customers via phone, email, or in-person to discuss overdue accounts.
• Negotiate repayment plans that align with company policies and customer circumstances.
• Ensure timely follow-up with customers to monitor repayment progress.

Record Management:

• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, agreements, and payments in the company database.
• Generate reports on collection activities and outstanding accounts for management review.

Customer Engagement:

• Handle customer inquiries regarding overdue accounts in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Provide advice on financial planning or repayment solutions when appropriate.

Compliance and Legal:

• Adhere to all legal and regulatory requirements related to debt collection.
• Collaborate with the legal team for escalated cases involving legal proceedings.

Team Collaboration:

• Work with other departments, such as finance and customer service, to resolve disputes or billing errors.
• Participate in team meetings to share insights and improve collection strategies.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or a related field is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using collection software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Familiarity with debt collection laws and financial regulations.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2024.