Recovery Officer 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: Recovery Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and result-oriented Recovery Officer to manage debt recovery processes, negotiate repayment terms, and maintain positive client relationships.
• The role involves proactive follow-up on delinquent accounts, implementing effective recovery strategies, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee recovery of overdue loans, accounts, or payments from individuals and businesses.
• Contact debtors via phone calls, emails, and physical visits to negotiate repayment plans.
• Develop and implement effective strategies to minimize non-performing loans (NPLs).
• Maintain accurate records of all recovery activities, payments, and agreements.
• Conduct field visits to track and recover outstanding debts.
• Liaise with legal teams to escalate cases requiring litigation.
• Provide periodic reports on debt recovery status, risks, and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements in all recovery processes.
• Build strong relationships with clients to encourage timely repayment and prevent future defaults.
• Support management in developing policies to enhance collection efficiency.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–4 years proven experience in debt recovery, collections, or credit control.
• Strong negotiation, persuasion, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet recovery targets.
• Good knowledge of debt recovery laws, credit management, and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant CRM/loan management software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Competencies:

• Results-driven and target-oriented.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality.

Salary
N200,000 - N300,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
30th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online